Ha Nguyen

Ha Nguyen, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Learning Sciences and Psychological Studies department at the UNC School of Education. She holds a joint appointment in the Educational Innovation, Technology, and Entrepreneurship (MEITE) program. Her work focuses on designing learning technologies to enhance STEM education for diverse learners, emphasizing partnerships with communities and centering student voices.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Education (STEM Teaching & Learning), University of California-Irvine (2022)
• M.A. in Education (STEM Teaching & Learning), University of California-Irvine (2020)
• B.A. in Public Policy & Education, Duke University (2018)

Research Focus: Nguyen’s dual focus lies in technology Design (e.g., conversational agents, learning dashboards) and Analytics (e.g., learning analytics, AI integration). She collaborates with educators, students, and community organizations to develop tools that foster equitable STEM learning. Her NSF-funded research explores human-AI interactions and knowledge construction in both formal and informal settings.

Grants & Funding: Supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF). No specific grants listed.

Additional Roles: Previously held a faculty position in Instructional Technology & Learning Sciences at Utah State University. Active in public schools and nonprofits in North Carolina and Vietnam.