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Steve Szigeti is an Associate Professor in the Teaching Stream and Program Director for Communication, Culture, Information & Technology (CCT) at the Institute for Communication, Culture, Information & Technology (ICCIT), University of Toronto Mississauga. He holds a Ph.D. and Master of Information from the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Information, an MA in English from Concordia University, and a BA in English Literature and History from the University of Toronto.
His research focuses on game design, design thinking, pedagogy, human-computer interaction, data visualization, and academic integrity. He integrates innovative teaching practices with digital design, particularly through educational games and inclusive pedagogical frameworks.
The recent publications reflect a strong interdisciplinary trend combining education, ethics, and technology. His work explores academic integrity through student attitudes, develops inclusive design pedagogy, and applies HCI principles to media analytics and labor education via gamification.
Scientific Awards:
- UTM Teaching Excellence Award for Junior Faculty 2021-22
As a teaching-stream professor and program director, Steve Szigeti is deeply involved in curriculum development and instructional innovation. He teaches courses such as Business Research Methods, Principles in Game Design, Project Management, and UX and Board Game Design. While no formal students are listed, his mentoring role is evident through capstone projects and internship supervision. He leads initiatives in digital pedagogy and academic integrity, contributing to educational reform and inclusive design practices.
He is associated with the Open Design Collaboratory and contributes to research on digital equity and ethical technology use in education.
