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Cindy York is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Technology, Research and Assessment at Northern Illinois University’s College of Education. Her work bridges educational technology, instructional design, and teacher education, with a strong focus on online and active learning environments.
Her research interests include expert/novice differences in instructional design, online teaching and learning, technology integration in K-12 education, teacher education, and mathematics education. She is particularly known for her development and research on TACTivities—tactile, hands-on learning activities that enhance engagement, communication, and collaboration in both face-to-face and online settings.
Her recent publications span topics such as virtual reality in library education, adaptive assessments in mathematics, mobile-assisted language learning, and AI in teacher education. These works reflect a consistent commitment to inclusive, active, and technology-enhanced pedagogies, often grounded in qualitative and mixed-methods research.
She has received recognition through publications in high-impact journals such as Computers & Education, Language Learning & Technology, and Performance Improvement Quarterly.
Cindy York advises doctoral students and teaches a range of graduate courses including Doctoral Research, Seminars in Instructional Technology, and Instructional Design I. She has also co-authored the third edition of Planning for Interactive Distance Education and contributed to multiple book chapters on online learning and teacher education. Her collaborative work often involves partnerships with scholars in mathematics education and instructional technology.
She is actively involved in research outreach, including projects related to distance education, user experience, and learning analytics. Her lab and team focus on designing and evaluating innovative learning technologies and pedagogical strategies that support diverse learners.
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