Wee Hun Stephen Lim

Wee Hun Stephen Lim is an Associate Professor at the National University of Singapore, affiliated with the College of Humanities and Sciences and the Department of Psychology. He directs the Singapore National Academy of Higher Education and leads educational reforms at multiple levels. His research appears in top journals such as Computers in Human Behavior, Educational Psychologist, and Journal of Experimental Psychology.

• Ph.D. (National University of Singapore)
• B.Soc.Sci. (Hons.) (National University of Singapore)
• CertCPHE (British Columbia)
• CertCBT (Beck Institute)
• Professional Certifications in Music (Berklee) and other institutions

His research focuses on cognitive psychology applied to education and music cognition, with groundbreaking work on retrieval effects in learning-by-teaching strategies. The 2018 paper introduced a top-three international theory in this field. His studies explore note-taking strategies, mind-wandering, and multimedia learning.

His publications highlight retrieval practice, educational technology, and cognitive engagement in teaching and learning contexts. His work has been translated into real-world applications, influencing university educational practices and policies.

• 2020 NUS Outstanding Educator Award
• Recipient of multiple international academic affiliations (AUA Seoul, Fulbright Purdue, JSPS Kyoto)

Lim mentors international teaching academies and has been endorsed by peers across Singapore, Asia, the UK, and the USA. He founded the Cognition and Education Laboratory@NUS, which has driven significant advancements in educational psychology.