Daniela Castellanos-Reyes

Daniela Castellanos-Reyes is an Assistant Professor in Learning, Design, and Technology at North Carolina State University, part of the Digital Transformation of Education cluster within the College of Education's Department of Teacher Education and Learning Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. from Purdue University, specializing in Learning Design and Technology, and has been recognized as a National Academy of Education/Spencer Dissertation Fellow (2022-2023).

Educational Background: She earned a B.A. in English Philology and Education from Universidad Nacional de Colombia (2017), followed by an M.Sc. in Learning Design and Technology (2019) and a Ph.D. (2023) from Purdue University. She also holds certificates in Quantitative Research and Teaching Excellence.

Research Focus: Her work centers on online learning environments, particularly social presence, network analysis, and leveraging AI for educational research. She emphasizes supporting non-traditional learners and underrepresented groups, such as Latina/o/x individuals in higher education. Her methodologies include machine learning, social network analysis, and meta-analyses.

Awards and Recognition: Her achievements include the P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship, Frank DeBruicker Award, and grants from the National Academy of Education and Spencer Foundation. Her research has been published in journals like Computers in Human Behavior and Internet and Higher Education.

Professional Contributions: She co-leads grants on intercultural training and post-pandemic education, mentors Latina graduate students, and advocates for affordable, accessible education through open resources and industry partnerships. She is affiliated with groups like the Digital Transformation of Education cluster and the Friday Institute.