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Dr. Mark Childs is a Research Fellow at the Durham Centre for Academic Development within Durham University's Faculty of Science. His work explores the intersection of digital technologies and educational practices.
- Current second supervisor for PhD student A Guo (2022-present)
Research Interests:
Dr. Childs investigates virtual learning environments, focusing on learner experience, online collaboration, and presence in virtual worlds. His studies examine how virtual reality and 360-degree video can transform drama education, and he has developed frameworks for integrating gamification into pedagogical design.
Scientific Awards:
Recognized as Visiting Fellow at Edge Hill University.
Key Article Trends:
His recent research (2024-2020) explores immersive educational technologies, including VR and 360-degree video applications in drama pedagogy. He has developed playful learning frameworks (e.g., Pedagodzilla) and examined avatar-based identity in virtual worlds. His work also addresses digital literacy, collaborative design, and gamification across STEM and humanities disciplines.
Email: mark.childs@durham.ac.uk
