معرفی
Nathan R. Holbert is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication, Media, and Learning Technology Design at Teachers College, Columbia University, where he founded and directs the Snow Day Learning Lab. His work focuses on designing playful tools and environments that enable children to leverage computational power for meaningful learning through constructionist approaches.
Educational Background:
- Ph.D. in Learning Sciences from Northwestern University
- M.A.Ed. in Instructional Process from Washington University
- B.S. in Secondary Chemistry Education from Greenville College
Research Interests: Dr. Holbert's scholarship intersects educational technology, constructionist learning, and inclusive design. Key areas include:
- Educational game design as objects-to-think-with
- Afrofuturism and critical design pedagogies
- Computational literacy and maker education
- Diversity and cultural relevance in STEM
- Formative assessment through gaming
Publications: His research demonstrates consistent focus on constructionist learning environments, with recent work exploring data science education, Afrofuturist frameworks, and large-scale CS education implementation. Publications show strong emphasis on game-based learning, equity in maker spaces, and embodied learning approaches.
Professional Recognition:
- Keynote speaker at Constructionism 2020 and Didacta Italy 2019
- Regular presenter at major conferences including ICLS, FabLearn, and IDC
Labs and Initiatives:
- Founder and Director of Snow Day Learning Lab
- Co-host of Pop & Play podcast on education and pop culture
