Ximena Burgin

Ximena Burgin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Technology, Research and Assessment at Northern Illinois University within the College of Education. Her work bridges educational research, technology integration, and culturally responsive practices, with a strong international focus on Latin America and underserved communities.

Education:

• Ed.D. in Instructional Technology, Northern Illinois University
• M.S. in Educational Research and Evaluation, Northern Illinois University
• M.S. in Computer Science, Northeastern Illinois University
• B.A. in Business Administration, Catholic University of Ecuador

Her research interests center on culturally responsive education, social-emotional learning (SEL), educational assessment, and technology use in diverse classrooms. She investigates how educators adapt to challenges such as the pandemic, especially in Ecuador, Guatemala, and urban U.S. settings. Her work emphasizes equity, teacher agency, and the inclusion of indigenous and linguistically diverse learners.

The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent focus on international comparative education, teacher perspectives during crises, multicultural pedagogy, and action research. Key trends include the role of technology in education, gender dynamics in teaching, and systemic barriers in leadership. Her collaborations often involve scholars like Mary Daniel and Tejumade Wasonga, and her work appears in journals such as Intercultural Education, The Educational Forum, and GiST Education and Learning Research Journal.

Scientific Awards:

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Ximena Burgin actively contributes to academic advising and research mentorship, though specific student names are not listed. She teaches core courses in research methods, evaluation, and technology integration. Her work is supported through collaborative research projects, particularly those involving school-university partnerships in Guatemala, Ecuador, and Kenya. She has been involved in initiatives like Project SEED and the ATE inquiry initiative, which aim to transform educational communities through participatory research.

Labs and Research Teams: She is associated with research activities in the User Experience (UX) Lab and collaborates on projects under the Department’s outreach initiatives such as Project SEED and the Learn-IT Conference. Her research often involves interdisciplinary teams focused on teacher development, equity, and educational technology.