Joseph E Michaelis

Joseph E Michaelis is an Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois Chicago in the Department of Computer Science. His research sits at the nexus of learning sciences and human-computer interaction (HCI), focusing on designing educational technologies that utilize human-centered methods and social-cultural learning perspectives.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Learning Sciences (minor in Computer Science), University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2019
• M.S. in Science Education Leadership, Illinois Institute of Technology, 2012

Research Interests: Michaelis specializes in creating learning companion robots for STEM education, with a focus on fostering social connections, collaboration, and interest development in children during classroom and home learning activities. His work integrates human-centered design principles with educational theories to enhance engagement and learning outcomes.

Publications Overview: His research explores social robotics for education, covering classroom assistant robots, interest development frameworks, and the use of technology to support collaborative learning in STEM disciplines. Key themes include long-term learner engagement, social-cultural learning perspectives, and adaptive educational technologies.

Labs & Teams:

• Learning + Interest + Technology Lab