جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Cosmin Goianمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Communication in Social Assistance
• Deontology and Values in Social Work
• Conflict Management in Social Services
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Cosmin Goian is a Full Professor at the Department of Social Assistance, Faculty of Sociology and Psychology, West University of Timișoara (UVT). He has been a faculty member since 1999 and currently serves as Director of the Department of Social Assistance and Director of the master's program in Management and Supervision in Child and Family Welfare. He earned his PhD in Sociology (2007) from Alexandru Ioan Cuza University, Iași, with a focus on communication in social work. He became a PhD supervisor in Sociology in 2014. His research focuses on communication dynamics in social work, deontology, and conflict resolution. Notable areas include the role of media in shaping societal perceptions, gerontological care, and crisis management during the pandemic. He has authored/co-authored over 50 publications, including books like Practical Training in Social Work and Semantic Analysis of Social Work Language in Romania . His recent work addresses pandemic impacts on vulnerable groups (e.g., elderly in institutions, children with special needs), nonverbal communication with refugees, and fake news effects during the Ukraine war. He leads projects funded by UEFISCDI grants (2018). His teaching and administrative roles emphasize practical training, interprofessional collaboration, and evidence-based practice in social work education. Education: PhD in Sociology (2007), UVT Social Assistance studies Key Roles: Department Director, Master's Program Director, PhD Supervisor Research Themes: Social Work Communication, Gerontology, Crisis Intervention, Media Sociology Awards: Multiple UEFISCDI grants (2018), recognition for contributions to social work pedagogy

John Hospمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Data-based decision making
• Curriculum-based measurement
• Special education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

John Hosp is a Professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, affiliated with the Department of Student Development (SD) in the School of Education. His roles include academic research and teaching in special education and assessment methodologies. He holds a B.A. from Hobart College (1992), an M.S. (CAGS) from Rochester Institute of Technology (1995), and a Ph.D. from Vanderbilt University (2002). His research focuses on data-driven educational decision-making, curriculum-based measurement, and addressing disproportionate representation of minority students in special education. He has extensively studied reading/literacy instruction, assessment tools for science and math, and interventions for students with learning disabilities. Notable contributions include works on improving screening efficiency in literacy, analyzing oral reading fluency metrics, and synthesizing ELL intervention strategies. His publications emphasize practical applications of assessment data to enhance teaching and learning outcomes.

• Educational Psychology
• Intercultural Competence
• Inclusive Education
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jelena S. Starčević is an Associate Professor at the Department of Social and Human Sciences, Faculty of Pedagogical Sciences, University of Kragujevac in Jagodina. She specializes in educational psychology with a focus on intercultural competence, inclusive education, and emotional development. She conducts research on teacher education, Roma community educational challenges, and child rights implementation. She serves as the President of the Commission for Ethical Assessment of Psychological Research at the University of Kragujevac. Her academic career includes a PhD in Psychology in Educational Work (2019) from the University of Kragujevac, following previous degrees from the Faculty of Philosophy in Belgrade. She teaches courses such as 'Intercultural Psychology', 'Inclusive Education – Theory and Practice', and 'Modern Concepts of Learning and Teaching' at undergraduate, master's, and doctoral levels. Her research explores themes like intercultural effectiveness among educators, preschool inclusion policies, and validation of psychological assessment tools. She actively participates in international projects like 'Positive Education' and domestic initiatives focused on professional competencies of young researchers. She implements programs for the Pestalozzi Foundation's Education for Child Rights in master's programs. Dr. Starčević's work emphasizes bridging theoretical frameworks with practical educational challenges, particularly in multicultural and inclusive settings. She has authored/co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed publications and frequently presents at national and international conferences.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Digital Health
• Rural Resilience
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Hilary Davis is a Senior Research Fellow at Swinburne University of Technology, affiliated with the School of Business, Law and Entrepreneurship and the Centre for Social Impact. She leads the Place-based Economies and Approaches research stream, focusing on digital technologies for social impact, particularly in health, rural resilience, and inclusive community development. Her research interests span Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) , digital health , rural mental health services , participatory design , and community resilience . She emphasizes co-design with marginalized groups and the use of digital storytelling to empower communities. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, especially SDG 3 (Good Health) and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities). Hilary’s recent publications (2023–2025) explore digital interventions for internet addiction in children, aged care technologies, bushfire early warning systems, and participatory planning for sustainable development. These works reflect a strong trend toward community-led innovation , behavior change design , and technology for social equity . Special Award (for More Than Human Food Futures Cookbook), UMEA Food Symposium 2022 Hilary actively supervises PhD students and has led major research grants from the Australian Research Council (ARC), Department of Health, and community organizations. Her projects include evaluations of mental health outreach programs, digital health interventions (e.g., VerilyConnect), and national educational initiatives like the ELLA language app program. She is a member of the Australian Evaluation Society (AES) and the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), and serves on program committees for international HCI conferences. She leads the SMART (Small Rural Health Services Team) network, which supports rural health innovation through digital storytelling and co-design. Her work bridges academia and community practice, fostering sustainable, equitable, and resilient solutions.

Susanne Schmeidlمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Conflict Studies
• Forced Migration
• Peacebuilding
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Susanne Schmeidl is a Fulbright Scholar and Honorary Senior Lecturer at UNSW Sydney's School of Social Sciences. She specializes in conflict studies, forced migration, and post-conflict development, with expertise in early warning systems and inclusive peacebuilding. Her career spans over two decades of work with organizations like the UN Refugee Agency, Swiss Peace Foundation, and civil society groups in Afghanistan. PhD in Sociology - The Ohio State University (USA) MA in Sociology - The Ohio State University (USA) Bachelor (Honours) in Social Pedagogy/Social Work - University of Applied Sciences Nürnberg (Germany) Her research focuses on: Drivers of conflict and forced displacement Early warning and conflict prevention mechanisms Participatory peacebuilding in fragile contexts Development challenges in post-conflict societies Hybrid security arrangements and civil-military relations Recent publications (2023-2025) emphasize conflict sensitivity frameworks, ethical knowledge co-production in Afghanistan, and institutional analysis of migration systems. She co-edited the 2025 volume on conflict sensitivity trends and contributed to studies on refugee storytelling, aging in the Global South, and data challenges in displacement analysis. Scientific recognition includes the Fulbright Scholarship. She actively engages with the Sydney peacebuilding community and serves on the Board of Peacifica.

• Physical Education Inclusion
• Sport for Social Justice
• Superdiverse Communities and Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Symeon Dagkas serves as Head of the School of Psychology & Life Sciences at the University of East London, specializing in the intersection of physical education, social inclusion, and superdiverse communities. His research critically examines barriers to sport participation among marginalized groups, particularly focusing on Muslim women, ethnic minorities, and youth from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds in East London contexts. His primary research interests center on physical education inclusion , superdiverse health equity , and critical pedagogies for diverse classrooms . Through Bourdieusian frameworks, he investigates how race, religion, and social class intersect to shape physical culture experiences. Key projects include the Newham Every Child a Sport Person (NECaSP) initiative and Schools on the Move intervention, examining family structures, pedagogical practices, and institutional barriers affecting youth physical activity. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on intersectional exclusion mechanisms in sport settings, with increasing emphasis on superdiversity theory and decolonizing physical culture . His work bridges academic research and practical interventions, documenting discrimination patterns among Asian European footballers while developing inclusive pedagogical models for culturally diverse classrooms. Professor Dagkas has led significant funded projects including: Youth Sport Trust's 'Schools on the Move' evaluation Newham Borough's Every Child a Sport Person program BASS Project on Muslim girls' participation His scholarly contributions include edited volumes like 'Families, Young People, Physical Activity and Health: Critical Perspectives' (Routledge, 2016), establishing him as a key voice in critical sport pedagogy. His research teams frequently collaborate with East London community organizations, focusing on: Racialization in physical culture Family health pedagogies Religious inclusion frameworks Urban youth engagement models Current work examines superdiverse adolescents' activity patterns through mixed-methods approaches, developing context-specific inclusion strategies for London's multicultural schools.

Zoë Corwinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Sociology of Education
• College Access
• Digital Equity
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Zoë Corwin is a Research Professor at the University of Southern California’s Rossier School of Education, affiliated with the Pullias Center for Higher Education. Her work focuses on college access and success for at-promise students, pathways for students with foster care experiences, and the role of digital tools in educational equity. PhD in Sociology from University of Southern California MA in Spanish from Saint Louis University BA in Sociology from University of California, Los Angeles Her research integrates games and social media into postsecondary pathways and explores the social impact of skateboarding . She emphasizes ecological validation as a method to support marginalized students through holistic institutional practices. Recent publications address systemic institutional reform via professional learning communities, digital strategies for student well-being, and terminology in at-promise student research. Grants include a $5.6M award from the Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation and NIH funding for LGBTQ+ student support. 2023 USC Joint Educational Partnership Community Engaged Teaching and Research Award 2017 USC Rossier Mentoring Award Spencer Foundation and Haynes Foundation fellowships Corwin collaborates with practitioners to create accessible outputs like games , monographs , and practitioner briefs , bridging academic research with community needs. She is a founding board member of the New Los Angeles Charter Middle School.

Howard C. Shaneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Augmentative and Alternative Communication
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Speech-Language Pathology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Howard C. Shane, PhD, CCC-SLP, is a Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the MGH Institute of Health Professions since 1996. He concurrently serves as Director of the Center for Communication Enhancement (CCE) and Autism Language Program at Boston Children's Hospital, with an appointment in the Department of Otology and Otolaryngology at Harvard Medical School. His educational background includes: BA in Sociology, University of Massachusetts, Amherst MA in Speech Pathology/Audiology, University of Massachusetts, Amherst PhD in Speech Pathology, Syracuse University Dr. Shane's 30+ year career centers on augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) for complex communication disorders. His research emphasizes visual supports and technology-based interventions for autism spectrum disorder (ASD), motor speech disorders, and severe speech impairments. Key methodologies include graphic symbol systems, animation techniques, and mobile application development for communication enhancement. Analysis of his publications reveals a consistent focus on bridging clinical practice with technological innovation. His work examines symbol efficacy, visual language systems, and practical implementation challenges in AAC, with strong emphasis on real-world applicability for individuals with ASD and communication disabilities. Professional recognition includes: Honors of the Association from American Speech and Hearing Association Fellow of American Speech and Hearing Association Goldenson Award for Innovations in Technology (United Cerebral Palsy) As an educator, Dr. Shane teaches Autism, Motor Speech Disorders, and AAC courses in the Master of Science Speech-Language Pathology program. His dual clinical-academic role exemplifies the Institute's training philosophy. He has developed numerous computer innovations used globally by individuals with communication disorders and has lectured internationally on AAC applications. His laboratory leadership at the Center for Communication Enhancement focuses on developing evidence-based communication technologies and intervention strategies for children and adults with complex communication needs through interdisciplinary collaboration.

Tilman von Brandمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• German Didactics
• Literature Didactics
• Media Didactics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Tilman von Brand is a tenured Professor of Didactics of German Language and Literature at the Institute of German Studies within the Faculty of Philosophy at the University of Rostock. His work spans literature, language, and media didactics, with a focus on inclusive education, historical-political learning, and the history of German teaching in the GDR. Research Interests include: Developing inclusive teaching models for literary texts, particularly in mixed-ability classrooms. Historical analysis of pedagogical practices in GDR education. Digital teaching methods and media culture integration in German language instruction. His recent publications address literary writing as cultural practice , digitally enhanced reading pedagogy , and satire as a critical thinking tool . He is co-editor of the journal Praxis Deutsch and leads projects like LLinkL (Literary Learning in Inclusive Learning Groups) and the German Learning Workshop , which explores theory-practice connections in teacher training. The workshop, funded by the BMBF , integrates modern technology and didactic materials to improve inclusive teaching environments. Students under his supervision include Stefanie Granzow , whose dissertation examines text-image combinations (e.g., graphic novels) as inclusive learning tools. His team collaborates with facilities like InFoLaB to simulate and evaluate teaching practices.

• Digitalization
• Multi-Agent Systems
• Semantic Web
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Thomas Farrenkopf is a full-time Professor in the Department of Business Informatics at the Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen , serving as Dean of Studies . He leads the Business Informatics Bachelor program and specializes in digitalization, multi-agent systems, and AI-driven decision support. Expertise Areas : Industry 4.0, Smart Factory, Semantic Web, full-stack software development Contact : thomas.farrenkopf@mnd.thm.de Research Focus : His work bridges knowledge-based methods with practical applications in artificial intelligence, particularly through multi-agent systems for traffic modeling and business simulations. He developed AGADE Traffic (a knowledge-based traffic simulator) and ATHOS (a domain-specific language for multi-agent simulations), focusing on scalability and complexity reduction. Recent studies explore individual preferences' impact on traffic policies and agent-based feedback mechanisms in business contexts. Academic Contributions : With over 15 publications since 2013, his research spans agent-based modeling, semantic web applications, and smart manufacturing - notably improving throughput times in toolmaking by 90% through Industry 4.0 implementations. Teaching & Supervision : Actively supervises Bachelor's Practical Projects (BPP), providing guidance for internship-related academic work through structured evaluation processes and electronic reporting systems. Collaborations : Works with international researchers like Johannes Nguyen, Simon T. Powers, and Michael Guckert, publishing in venues such as SN Computer Science , Lecture Notes in Computer Science , and Journal of Artificial Societies and Social Simulation .

• Mathematics Education
• Teacher Education
• Algebra Teaching
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ali Bozkurt is a Professor in Mathematics Education at the Gaziantep Education Faculty , Gaziantep University. His academic career spans over two decades, with previous roles including Associate Professor (2013-2019) and Assistant Professor (2008-2013) at the same institution. He holds a PhD (2007), MS (2001), and BS (1999) in Mathematics Education from Selçuk University. Research Focus: Mathematics education, teacher training, algebraic/geometric reasoning, technology integration, STEM education, and educational activity design. Key Projects: Led TÜBİTAK and higher education institution-funded projects on innovative mathematics pedagogy, technology-enhanced classrooms, and quality of mathematics instruction. Publications include 31 books/chapters and 59 articles, emphasizing cognitive demand in textbooks, ethical decision-making in teaching, and activity evaluation frameworks. His work has been presented at international conferences like ICME-15 and ERME. He collaborates with scholars such as Mehmet Fatih Özmantar and Begüm Özmuşul on algebraic habits and geometric reasoning. Scientific Contributions: Developed the Activity Evaluation and Feedback Tool (AEFT) and analyzed mathematics instruction quality in Turkey and Syria. Advising: Mentors graduate students and pre-service teachers, particularly in algebraic/geometric reasoning and classroom practices.

FATMA FİLİZ TILFARLIOĞLUمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• English Language Teaching
• Foreign Language Education
• Language Learning Strategies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

FATMA FİLİZ TILFARLIOĞLU is a Professor at Gaziantep University's Faculty of Education, Department of Foreign Language Education, specializing in English Language Teaching. With a distinguished academic career spanning over three decades, she has made significant contributions to the field of foreign language education, particularly through her development and research on the Lean Educational Method. Her academic journey began with a PhD from Çukurova University (1993-1996), followed by her appointment as a Research Assistant at Gaziantep University in 1990, progressing through academic ranks to become a full Professor in 2021. Her research interests focus on innovative approaches to language teaching, including the Lean Educational Method, discourse analysis, language learning strategies, self-efficacy in language learning, and teacher education. Professor TILFARLIOĞLU has supervised 38 master's theses and has an extensive publication record with 46 articles, 5 book chapters, and 66 conference papers. Her work demonstrates a consistent focus on improving language teaching methodologies and understanding the psychological factors affecting language learning. Her recent research has centered on innovative teaching methods such as TRIZ and CDIO in language education, analysis of teacher self-efficacy in distance learning environments, and the psychological aspects of language learning including fear of success and rejection sensitivity. Professor TILFARLIOĞLU has also led projects focused on foreign language education in Turkish society, including 'Hayatta Biz de Varız Hep Beraber Elele' and 'BİK PROJESİ - Biliyor musunuz İngilizceden Korkmuyorum.' TESOL U.S.A. Convention (1999) TEFL Summer School (1996) Yurtdışı Yüksek Lisans ve Doktora Bursu from YÜKSEK SEÇİM KURULU BAŞKANLIĞI (1991) Yurtdışı Yüksek Lisans ve Doktora Bursu from MİLLİ EĞİTİM BAKANLIĞI (1990) Throughout her career, Professor TILFARLIOĞLU has held significant administrative roles including Department Head, Vice Dean, and various committee memberships at Gaziantep University. She has taught numerous courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, focusing on English Language Teaching Methodology, Materials Evaluation, and Contextual Grammar. Her academic leadership extends to her membership in INGED (İngilizce Eğitim Derneği) since 1995.

• Schema discovery for Semantic Web data
• Data mining
• Recommendation systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kenza Kellou-Menouer is a researcher affiliated with the ETIS Laboratory at ENSEA, France, and part of the MIDI research group . Her work focuses on schema discovery for Semantic Web data, data mining, and big data optimization. Research: Semantic schema discovery, clustering/classification algorithms, and association rules. Teaching: Semantic Web technologies, database design, algorithms, and programming languages (Java, C++, C#, C). Research Interests center on Semantic Web data integration, RDF schema inference, and hybrid machine learning approaches. She has contributed to scalable schema discovery systems and real-time profiling techniques for large datasets. Publications include work on schema inference tools (SchemaDecrypt++, HInT) and methodological frameworks presented at top-tier venues like VLDB (A*), ICDE (A*), SSDBM (A), and ISWC . Her research bridges theoretical advancements with practical implementations for RDF datasets. Community Contributions include organizing tutorials at the International Semantic Web Conference (ISWC) 2022 and developing educational materials for database and programming courses.

Shravan Ravi Narayanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Secure Systems
• Program Verification
• Hardware-Based Security
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Shravan Ravi Narayan is an Assistant Professor in the Computer Science department at The University of Texas at Austin. His research focuses on secure systems, program verification, and hardware-based security, with groundbreaking work in Software Fault Isolation (SFI), WebAssembly security, and Spectre attack mitigation. He teaches courses like CS361S (Network Security and Privacy) and CS380S (Theory and Practice of Secure Systems). 2023 - Distinguished paper award at ASPLOS 2022 - Mozilla research award 2022 - IEEE Cybersecurity Award for Practice 2022 - NSA Best Scientific Cybersecurity Paper Honorable Mention 2021 - Google V8 research award His publications highlight innovations in hardware-assisted isolation (HFI), sandboxing runtime design (WaVe), and browser security frameworks like RLBox. His work bridges systems security, programming languages, and hardware architecture to create practical, verifiable security solutions. He actively recruits exceptional PhD candidates with expertise in security, programming languages, or computer architecture and collaborates with industry leaders like Firefox and Fastly.

Daniel Paul O'Donnellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Digital Humanities
• Medieval Literature
• History of the Book
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Daniel Paul O'Donnell is a tenured Professor and Department Chair of English at the University of Lethbridge, co-PI of the Humanities Innovation Lab , and Editor-in-Chief of Digital Studies / Le champ numérique . He teaches Digital Humanities, medieval literature, History of the Book, and English language courses, including first-year English 1900. Education: PhD in English, Yale University (1996) MA in English, Yale University (1991) BA with Distinction, St. Michael's College, University of Toronto (1989) Research Interests: Digital Humanities, Scholarly Communication, Cultural Heritage Representation, and Old English Philology. His work focuses on markup theories, digital edition design, and the intersection of Web 2.0 with academic practices. The Visionary Cross Project digitizes Anglo-Saxon crosses, while the Lethbridge Journal Incubator explores sustainable open-access publication models. Scientific Awards: Honourable Mention, Modern Language Association Prize for a Distinguished Scholarly Edition (2007) for Cædmon's Hymn: A Multimedia Study, Edition and Archive Grants and Funding: Recipient of multiple SSHRC grants, CFI funding, and Andrew W. Mellon Foundation support for digital edition projects and scholarly communication initiatives. Currently leading SSHRC Insight Grant (2025-2029) for Resistance to Data: Understanding data use in the traditional Humanities . Leadership Roles: Past president of University of Lethbridge Faculty Association, Confederation of Alberta Faculty Associations, and Society for Digital Humanities. Former Director of Text Encoding Initiative and Digital Medievalist Community of Practice.