Shyam Sharma

Shyam Sharma is an Associate Professor and Graduate Program Director in the Program in Writing and Rhetoric at Stony Brook University (State University of New York). His work focuses on critical pedagogy, AI's impact on education, cross-cultural communication, and academic writing support for international students. He holds a Ph.D. in rhetoric and composition studies.

Research Interests: Sharma’s research explores AI’s transformative effects on writing education, including privacy, originality, and agency in the digital age. He advocates for pedagogical strategies that empower students to critically engage with AI tools while maintaining ethical academic practices. His studies also address international student challenges in STEM fields and multilingual literacy education.

Key Contributions: He authored Writing Support for International Graduate Students, a seminal text on academic transition support. His recent work critiques AI-driven educational shortcuts, emphasizing the need for human-centered learning. He frequently publishes in journals like International Journal of Transformative Teaching and Learning and blogs about digital literacy and global education.

Professional Engagement: Sharma collaborates with global educational networks, including STAR Scholars Network, to promote accessible teaching practices. He has contributed to policy reforms in Nepal’s higher education sector and advocates for equitable, transnational pedagogies.