Joana Heil

Joana Heil is a Researcher at the University of Mannheim, affiliated with the Department of Economic and Business Education – Learning, Design & Technology. She holds a M.Sc. in Cognitive Science from the University of Osnabrück and a bachelor’s degree in Educational Science/Educational Management from the University of Freiburg. Her research focuses on learning analytics, adaptive learning systems, and AI-driven educational technologies, particularly examining the impact of generative AI tools on learning processes and assessment practices in higher education.

Her educational background combines cognitive science with a focus on artificial intelligence and computational linguistics, complementing her current work on AI competencies among educators and learners. Key research areas include assessment analytics, online assessment design, and the ethical implications of AI in education. She collaborates on projects addressing BYOD (Bring-Your-Own-Device) assessment strategies and the development of instruments to measure teachers’ AI competencies.

Her recent work explores student experiences with AI tools like ChatGPT, focusing on usage patterns, ethical considerations, and the role of feedback literacy in leveraging learning analytics. She contributes to advancing empirical studies on sociotechnical systems in AI education and predictive models for AI tool adoption in academic settings.

Joana’s research emphasizes practical applications, such as designing effective online assessment frameworks and understanding how AI technologies can enhance adaptive learning environments. Her studies frequently bridge theoretical insights with empirical evidence from international student cohorts, contributing to both academic discourse and educational policy recommendations.