Dr. Christopher DeLuca is an Associate Dean in the School of Graduate Studies and an Associate Professor of Educational Assessment at Queen’s University’s Faculty of Education. He leads the Classroom Assessment Research Team (CART) and directs the Queen’s Assessment and Evaluation Group. Previously, he served as an Assistant Professor at the University of South Florida and conducted policy research in London, England. His research focuses on the intersection of curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment within school accountability frameworks, emphasizing teacher support to enhance student learning. He holds advanced degrees from Queen’s University (BSc, B.Ed., MEd, PhD). His work has been funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada and recognized with awards such as the Queen’s Research Excellence Award and the AERA Outstanding Paper Award. Dr. DeLuca has supervised numerous graduate students, taught courses ranging from undergraduate to doctoral levels, and contributed to professional journals as an editor. His research explores teacher assessment literacy, validity theory, and global educational trends. He currently serves as Executive Editor of Assessment in Education and advocates for inclusive assessment practices.
Jairo N. Fuertes is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology, Adelphi University. He also holds a Clinical Assistant Professor position in Psychiatry and Medicine at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. With extensive academic and clinical experience, he has held tenured professorships at both Fordham University and Adelphi University, and has been deeply involved in accreditation and training leadership in counseling psychology programs. Education: Postgraduate Certificate, Training to Teach in Medicine, Harvard Medical School PhD in Counseling Psychology, University of Maryland Internship in Clinical Psychology, Manhattan VA Medical Center MA in Counseling and Personnel Services, University of Maryland Diploma, Specialty Board Certification in Clinical and Counseling Psychology, American Board of Professional Psychology Dr. Fuertes' research focuses on the psychotherapeutic relationship, particularly the working alliance in both psychotherapy and medical care. He has pioneered work on the physician-patient working alliance, examining how trust, agreement, and empathy influence treatment adherence and satisfaction. His work in multicultural psychotherapy explores the impact of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and universal-diverse orientation on therapy outcomes. He has also made significant contributions to understanding the real relationship in therapy, transference, and countertransference dynamics. His recent publications reflect a strong emphasis on health psychology, particularly in chronic illness populations such as those with kidney disease and rheumatological conditions. The articles demonstrate a consistent focus on relational dynamics, patient well-being, and culturally informed care, often employing both quantitative and qualitative methodologies. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: Magis Professor Endowment, Fordham University Board Certified in Clinical Psychology (ABPP) Board Certified in Counseling Psychology (ABPP) James H. Post Prize (awarded to advised student) Dr. Fuertes has advised numerous doctoral and master's students, many of whose theses focus on working alliance, multicultural competence, and health psychology. He has served on editorial boards of top journals such as Psychotherapy , Psychotherapy Research , and Cultural Diversity and Ethnic Minority Psychology , and is currently Senior Associate Editor of Behavioral Medicine . His clinical work includes over 20 years as a Staff Psychologist and Clinical Supervisor at the Baruch College Counseling Center, and he maintains a private practice in Garden City, NY. He has established and led a summer multicultural psychotherapy course in Orvieto, Italy, 17 times, and has delivered numerous invited presentations in Rome. His academic genealogy traces back to Wilhelm Wundt, underscoring his deep roots in the history of psychology.
Atle Ødegård is a Professor at Molde University College, Faculty of Health Sciences and Social Care. He is actively engaged in research and academic leadership with a strong focus on interprofessional collaboration and social innovation in health and welfare services. Position: Professor Institution: Molde University College Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences and Social Care Email: atle.odegard@himolde.no Office: B333, Molde His research interests center on interprofessional collaboration, service design, social innovation, and the integration of health and social care services. He explores how professionals from different disciplines can work together effectively, particularly in contexts involving vulnerable populations such as individuals with developmental disabilities, those in the criminal justice system, and elderly care residents. His work also emphasizes co-creation and user participation in public service development. The recent publications of Atle Ødegård reflect a consistent focus on interprofessional education and collaboration across health, social care, and criminal justice. His work spans qualitative studies, systematic reviews, and conceptual frameworks, often contributing to policy and practice. He frequently collaborates with researchers like Anna Elisabeth Willumsen, Bjørn Kjetil Larsen, and Ingrid Krohn Aasgård, and has co-edited key books in his field. Atle Ødegård has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided text. He is involved in advising and research leadership, contributing to training programs and editorial work. He has co-edited multiple books and special issues, and his work often bridges academic research with public policy through opinion pieces and blog contributions. There is no explicit mention of external grants, but his extensive publication record suggests active research funding. He is part of research groups focused on interprofessional collaboration in practice and education and contributes to initiatives such as the Regional Knowledge Center for Rehabilitation (RHAB) and the FOGTPS blog, promoting knowledge development and co-creation in practice settings.
Ulrikke Rindal is an Associate Professor at the Institute for Teacher Education and School Research, Faculty of Educational Sciences, University of Oslo. Her work focuses on English didactics, particularly oral communication, language identity, and perceptions of language learning in the Norwegian context. She conducts qualitative research using interviews and video observation to understand how English is used and perceived among students in and outside schools. PhD in English Didactics, University of Oslo (2013) Master in Applied Linguistics, University of York (2006) Bachelor in English Literature, University of Oslo (2004) Her research interests include sociolinguistics, language attitudes, English teaching practices, and sociolinguistic variation in Norway. She explores how media, identity, and classroom dynamics influence language use and learning. Her instructional roles include courses on English phonetics, language attitudes, and didactic research methods. The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent focus on English in Norway, classroom language use, pronunciation, and teacher education. These works appear in journals such as The Modern Language Journal , TESOL Quarterly , and Journal of Sociolinguistics , as well as in edited volumes on English didactics and teacher education. They emphasize qualitative analysis, identity construction, and pedagogical implications. Ulrikke Rindal has supervised multiple PhD and Master’s students, contributing significantly to the next generation of educational researchers. She is involved in key research projects such as Linking Instruction and Student Experiences (LISE) and STAGE (STArtAlder and extramural ENGLISH), which examine language learning in and beyond school settings. Research Group: Studies of Instruction across Subjects and Competences (SISCO) Projects: LISE, STAGE
Dr. David Slomp serves as Associate Dean of Graduate Studies and Research and Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Lethbridge. Previously holding positions at the University of Ottawa and University of Alberta, he specializes in writing assessment and literacy education across educational levels. His leadership includes co-directing the MEd General program in Curriculum and Assessment and serving as Co-Editor-in-Chief of Assessing Writing . His educational background features a Master's degree in Teaching English as a Second Language and a PhD in Secondary Education focused on writing assessment. Key research interests include principled assessment design, ethics and validity in writing evaluation, and writing development across the lifespan. His work critically examines justice, fairness, and equity in literacy assessment practices. Recent publications (2019-2025) demonstrate consistent focus on workplace communication assessment, digital literacy frameworks, and dismantling anti-Black assessment practices. Key trends include sociocognitive construct development, equity-centered design, and big data implications for formative assessment. His scholarship bridges theoretical rigor with practical classroom applications. Dr. Slomp's scientific contributions have been recognized through prestigious awards: Graduate Student Teaching Award, University of Alberta Writing Program Certificate of Excellence, Conference on College Composition and Communication President's Achievement Award, University of Alberta Issak Walton Killam Memorial Scholarship Board of Governor's Teaching Chair, University of Lethbridge As Associate Dean and MEd program co-director, he mentors graduate students and shapes curriculum development. His editorial leadership at Assessing Writing significantly influences global assessment scholarship. Current projects address workplace English communication frameworks and equity-centered design principles through major collaborative research initiatives. Dr. Slomp actively contributes to scholarly communities through editorial work and professional organizations, advancing writing assessment theory and practice globally while addressing contemporary challenges in digital literacy and assessment justice.
Alan Hindle is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Wolverhampton's School of Pharmacy & Life Sciences, with expertise in Clinical Pharmacy Practice . He has extensive experience in practice-based education and case-based learning approaches, focusing on cardiology and liver disease within pharmacy therapeutics. BSc in Pharmacy (1990) Postgraduate Diploma from Keele University (2003) PG Cert in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education PG Cert in Professional Learning in Education His research centers on enquiry-based learning and case-based learning in pharmacy education, practice-based education , assessment systems (including electronic portfolios), and medicines management for patient safety. He has pioneered non-modular, theme-based curricula and team-based learning (TBL) in MPharm programs. Alan's publications highlight themes in pediatric pharmacotherapy , interprofessional prescribing , clinical teaching , educational technology , and pharmacy education reform . He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and earned a Postgraduate Diploma with Distinction from Keele University. He has held leadership roles in course accreditation , served on the University Quality Panel , and contributed to regulatory body engagements as a member of the GPhC MPharm accreditation team (2007-2016). His work bridges pharmacy education and clinical practice through innovations in teaching and assessment.
Gaurav Nanda serves as an Assistant Professor in the School of Engineering Technology at Purdue University, where he leads research at the intersection of artificial intelligence and human-centered systems. His work develops intelligent decision support frameworks applicable across critical domains including occupational safety, smart manufacturing infrastructure, healthcare analytics, and educational technology. Education Background Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering, Purdue University Dual Degree: B.Tech. and M.Tech. in Agricultural and Food Engineering (Major) with Electrical Engineering Minor, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur His research program integrates applied machine learning and natural language processing to solve complex problems in safety analytics (injury surveillance systems), Industry 4.0 (IoT-enabled manufacturing), healthcare (breast cancer prediction models), and STEM education (MOOC feedback analysis). Current projects emphasize human-AI collaboration, with growing focus on ethical AI implementation and social justice integration in engineering contexts. The INDESS Research Group he directs develops systems that balance algorithmic precision with human factors considerations. Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate accelerating adoption of large language models and vision-language systems across application domains, particularly in safety analytics and educational technology. Key trends include human-in-the-loop validation frameworks, explainable AI interfaces, and multimodal data integration (eye-tracking, text, sensor data). His work increasingly addresses fairness considerations in AI deployment, especially regarding diversity in engineering education and workplace safety systems. Dr. Nanda actively mentors the next generation of engineers through the INDESS Research Group , advising Ph.D. candidates Madhumathi Ponnusamy and Shuning Yin, while previously supervising Master's graduates including Srushti Vichare and Meet Suthar. His research receives support through Purdue-affiliated institutes including ICON (Control/Optimization Networks), RDE (Digital Enterprise), and FWL (Future Work/Learning). He maintains active service roles as Editorial Board Member for the International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics and as reviewer for leading publications including IEEE Transactions on Learning Technologies and Safety Science. The research group maintains strong industry connections through the Purdue School of Engineering Technology, with projects spanning manufacturing automation, healthcare informatics, and educational technology platforms. Current initiatives focus on real-time anomaly detection systems, ethical AI frameworks for safety-critical applications, and inclusive curriculum development for engineering education.
Dr. Wesley O'Brien is a Senior Lecturer in Physical Education and Coaching Science at University College Cork (UCC), serving as Programme Director for the B.Ed. in Physical Education, Sports Studies and Arts Degree within the School of Education. With over fourteen years of teaching experience, he has lectured at institutions including The University of Bolton, Dublin City University and Munster Technological University before joining UCC in 2014. His educational background includes: PhD in youth physical activity promotion from Dublin City University (2013) Bachelor of Education in Sports Studies and Physical Education (First Class Honors) from UCC (2010) Dr. O'Brien's research focuses on physical literacy, physical education, wellbeing, motor competence, and physical activity among children, adolescents and adults. His work explores evidence-based approaches for youth physical activity promotion through physical education environments, whole school physical literacy initiatives, motor competence development, intervention implementation, measurement techniques, sedentary behavior, and wellbeing promotion across educational settings. His research has been presented at numerous international conferences and published in leading journals including Sports Medicine, Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy, and the British Journal of Sports Medicine. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on physical literacy assessment and intervention, with particular attention to the FLAME (Fundamental and Functional Literacy for Activity and Movement Efficiency) program, Y-PATH interventions, and the measurement of motor competence. His work spans multiple contexts including school settings, community sports programs, and cross-border collaborations across Ireland. Much of his research employs mixed-methods approaches to understand both the quantitative and qualitative aspects of physical activity promotion. Dr. O'Brien has received numerous scientific awards including the FIEP Europe Thulin Award (2021), the Ellen Griffin Scholar at UNC Greensboro (2017), and multiple College Scholar awards from UCC. His 2024 awards include recognition as a Deakin University Catalyst Visiting Scholar and Auckland University of Technology Catalyst Visiting Scholar. As a Principal Investigator, Dr. O'Brien leads several significant research projects including Project FLAME, Gaelic for Girls, Gaelic4Mothers&Others, and State of Mind Ireland. He has secured substantial research funding from diverse sources including ERASMUS, the Irish Research Council, and various institutional funds. His research portfolio demonstrates strong collaboration across institutions including Dublin City University and the Irish Heart Foundation on the Y-PATH PE4Me programme. Outside his academic work, Dr. O'Brien is actively involved in UCC GAA club, having served as conditioning and skills coach for various teams. Notably, he coached the UCC senior hurling team to win the Fitzgibbon Cup All-Ireland Championship in 2019 and the Cork Minor hurling team to win the All-Ireland Championship in 2021. He has also coached the Cork Senior Camogie team to multiple All-Ireland Senior Camogie Championships.
Ayman Mohamed is an Assistant Professor of Arabic in the Department of Linguistics, Languages, and Cultures at Michigan State University. He teaches all levels of Arabic language courses including Egyptian dialect classes, and has made significant contributions to curricular development through hybrid and online classes as well as pedagogical innovation by publishing open-source textbooks for elementary Arabic. Dr. Mohamed's research focuses on second language acquisition with particular emphasis on: Task-based language learning Incidental vocabulary acquisition Eye tracking techniques in second language reading Open Educational Resources for Arabic language instruction Multidialectal approaches to Arabic language teaching His work bridges theoretical linguistics with practical classroom applications, particularly in the context of less commonly taught languages. Dr. Mohamed's publications demonstrate a consistent research trajectory examining vocabulary acquisition in Arabic as a second language, with increasing focus on technology-enhanced learning and open educational resources. His recent work has expanded into multidialectal approaches to Arabic language teaching and translanguaging practices in online Arabic classrooms. His notable awards include: MSU IT Excellence in Teaching Award (2023) LCTL AND INDIGENOUS LANGUAGES PARTNERSHIP Grant (2023-2024) International Education Week: OER Leadership Award (2021) OER Library Award (2020-2021) Adams Academy Fellowship (2022-2023) Inclusive Pedagogy Fellow (2022-2023) Dr. Mohamed has received significant grant funding for his work on open educational resources for Arabic language teaching, particularly through the LCTL AND INDIGENOUS LANGUAGES PARTNERSHIP Grant, which supports the development of an open textbook in Advanced Arabic focusing on multidialectal competence (EMBRACE project). His work has been instrumental in advancing open education and inclusive pedagogy in less commonly taught languages at MSU and beyond. He has developed multiple open-source textbooks for elementary Arabic (Elementary Arabic I and II) that are used at MSU for ARB 101 and ARB 102 classes, demonstrating his commitment to creating accessible learning resources for students.
Patrick Christie is a Professor at the University of Washington's School of Marine and Environmental Affairs (SMEA) with a joint appointment in the Jackson School of International Studies. His research focuses at the intersection of environmental justice, sustainability science, and marine conservation, emphasizing Indigenous leadership in environmental recovery across the Salish Sea and Great Lakes regions. His research interests center on justice-centered environmental governance, with particular focus on Indigenous-led environmental recovery , petroleum infrastructure resistance movements , and tribal rights in marine resource management . Christie employs participatory action research and digital storytelling methods, working closely with communities like the Tulalip Tribes and Puyallup Chief Leschi Schools to develop collaborative approaches that integrate local, Indigenous, and scientific knowledge systems. His work challenges technocratic approaches to conservation by centering social justice and equity. Christie's recent publications reveal a strong trend toward transdisciplinary collaboration and decolonizing conservation practices , with increasing emphasis on Indigenous knowledge systems, social justice frameworks, and participatory governance models. His work spans marine protected areas, climate adaptation, and coastal community resilience, with significant focus on the Philippines, Indonesia, and North American Indigenous communities. Pew Fellowship in Marine Conservation Christie actively mentors students through SMEA capstone projects and co-teaches specialized courses like Environmental Justice and Political Ecology Field Course and Environmental Justice, Social Movements, and Collaboration in the Time of Climate Change . His research is supported by collaborations with organizations including Future Earth, Painel Mar (Brazil), and tribal governments. He has provided technical advice to the UN Food and Agricultural Organization, World Bank, and USAID. Christie leads projects using participatory research methods to engage tribal communities in environmental recovery efforts, including work with the Tulalip Tribes on coastal squeeze issues and with Winona LaDuke on sustainable agriculture alternatives to petroleum-based economies. He co-hosts workshops exploring human dimensions of environmental change and is developing learning networks to foster collaborative ocean governance.
Bettina Hannover is a Professor of Research on Schools and Teaching at Freie Universität Berlin within the Department of Education and Psychology, Division of School and Teaching Research. She has held this position since 2002 and has been a leading figure in educational and social psychology in Germany. Her research interests span Educational Psychology , Self and Identity , Gender and Education , Stereotype Threat , Teacher Education , and the Integration of Migrant and Refugee Students . She has developed a cognitive model of the self and investigates how social and cultural contexts shape identity and educational outcomes. The recent publications reflect a strong focus on stereotype threat , identity development , peer relationships , and gender dynamics in educational settings. Her work combines experimental, longitudinal, and intervention-based approaches, often in collaboration with national and international partners. She has received significant recognition, including the Heisenberg Scholarship from the German Science Foundation. Heisenberg Scholarship, German Science Foundation (1995) Bettina Hannover has led numerous funded research projects and advised on educational policy through her work with the Aktionsrat Bildung . She has also been active in academic governance, serving on editorial boards, selection committees for major prizes, and scientific advisory councils. Her work bridges basic research and applied educational interventions, particularly in promoting equity and inclusion in schools. She leads research on teacher competencies, evidence-based teaching (e.g., K2teach project), and the social integration of diverse student populations. Her lab and team focus on experimental and longitudinal studies in real-world school contexts, often involving large-scale data collection and intervention evaluations.
Risto Rajala is a Professor of Service Engineering and Management at the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management, School of Engineering, Aalto University. His research explores system-level changes in technology industries toward service-based value creation, focusing on sustainability, digital transformation, and business models in the circular economy. Research Interests: Management of service systems, digital transformation, service innovation, circular economy, product-service hybridity, healthcare integration. Education: Ph.D. in Information Systems Science. Recent Publications (2019–2025) highlight trends in servitization, IoT-enabled ecosystems, and B2B value creation. Key themes include modularity, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable practices. Scientific Awards include multiple best paper and dissertation honors (e.g., IJOPM 2020 Best Paper Award, Yrjö and Senja Koivunen Awards for supervised theses). He has coordinated research teams and contributed to strategic frameworks in healthcare and industrial settings.
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Katrin Temmen is a full Professor at Paderborn University where she serves as Section Owner of Teaching Technology in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology within the Faculty of Computer Science, Electrical Engineering and Mathematics . She also holds the position of Dean of Students for the same faculty, underscoring her pivotal role in shaping engineering education and student affairs. Her research is anchored in two key areas: Transformation and Education and Sustainable Materials, Processes and Products . These themes converge in her work on digital teaching technologies, augmented reality for learning, open educational resources (OER), and sustainable vocational training concepts. She explores how emerging technologies—especially 5G and mixed-reality environments—can transform engineering curricula and teacher professional development. Across her recent publications (2024–2025), Prof. Temmen investigates: systematic development of multimedia OER for electrical engineering, meta-analyses of augmented reality in education, design of digital student laboratories for teacher training, and comparative studies on self-efficacy among future technical teachers. These works collectively highlight a trajectory toward immersive, sustainable, and scalable educational innovations. Teaching portfolio: She teaches over twenty courses spanning technical writing, mechatronics and manufacturing labs, didactic project seminars, philosophy & ethics of technology, and vocational teacher preparation programs . Her courses emphasize reflective practice, project-based learning, and the integration of digital tools in engineering pedagogy. Contact information: Email: katrin.temmen@uni-paderborn.de Phone: +49 5251 60-3004 Office: Pohlweg 47-49, Room P1.6.09.2, 33098 Paderborn, Germany Office hours: by appointment
Dr. Bayram Bozkurt currently serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Educational Sciences, Faculty of Education at University of Gaziantep. His academic journey includes a PhD in Educational Administration (2016-2018), an MA in Educational Sciences (2012-2014), and a BA in Science Education (2003-2007) from Çukurova University. His research focuses on educational leadership, social justice in education, teacher motivation, and organizational behavior in schools. He has supervised 8 theses and published 9 book chapters, with recent work exploring topics like Social justice in migrant education Instructional supervision practices Communication competencies of administrators Multi-dimensional value perceptions Scientific contributions include 33 peer-reviewed articles and 26 conference papers, with 15 most recent articles spanning 2023-2025. His work has been recognized with two Public Success Certificates (2020, 2021). Professional experience includes 12 years in the Turkish Ministry of National Education (2008-2020) as a science teacher and vice principal, alongside TÜBİTAK project instructor roles.
Dr. Alison Nelson is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Poche Centre for Indigenous Health, University of Queensland. She specializes in Indigenous health, physical activity, and culturally responsive occupational therapy practices. Research Focus : Indigenous health disparities, chronic disease self-management, cultural responsiveness in healthcare, and physical activity among urban Indigenous youth. Key Projects : Development of the Australian Therapy Outcome Measure for Indigenous Clients (ATOMIC), evaluation of the 'Work It Out' chronic disease program, and Indigenous health workforce training initiatives. Contributions : Pioneering use of Indigenist frameworks in health promotion research, critical exploration of cultural competence in occupational therapy, and advocacy for community-driven health solutions. Her scholarly output includes 39 journal articles and 7 book chapters, emphasizing intervention frameworks and health equity. Collaborations span institutions like the Institute for Urban Indigenous Health (IUIH) and allied health organizations.
