Ju Lim | Education | Best Researcher Award Published on 16/11/202416/11/2024 by Global Academic Awards Assist. Prof. Dr. Ju Lim | Education | Best Researcher Award Assist. Prof. Dr. Ju Lim, Georgia State University, United States Assist. Prof. Dr. Ju Lim is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Early Childhood and Elementary Education at Georgia State University 🏫. With a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, her research explores critical digital pedagogy, technology integration in early education, and human-centered AI 🤖. Dr. Lim has presented her work at major conferences and published in peer-reviewed journals 📚. Her teaching focuses on enhancing digital competencies among educators. She has received multiple awards, including the Michael B. Salwen Scholarship 🏆, and actively contributes to the field through conference reviewing and mentoring initiatives 🎓. Publication Profile Orcid Educational Background Assist. Prof. Dr. Ju Lim holds a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Wisconsin-Madison 🏫, specializing in Design, Informal, and Creative Education. Her dissertation, titled “Critical Digital Pedagogy in Early Childhood,” explores technology practices in PreK-3 classrooms 💻. Dr. Lim earned her M.A. in International Educational Development from Teachers College, Columbia University, with a thesis on the effects of digital technology use in early childhood education in Seoul, South Korea 🌐. She completed her B.S. in Early and Middle Childhood Studies from The Ohio State University, graduating Summa Cum Laude 🎖️. Awards, Honors, and Recognition Assist. Prof. Dr. Ju Lim has been recognized for her academic excellence and contributions to educational research 🎓. She received the prestigious Michael B. Salwen Scholarship from the Korean-American Educational Researchers Association in 2023 🌍. Additionally, she was awarded travel grants from the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in both 2022 and 2023 ✈️, highlighting her active participation in academic conferences. Earlier in her career, Dr. Lim earned the Teachers College Scholarship from Columbia University in 2016-2017, showcasing her dedication and outstanding performance in graduate studies 📚. Research Experience Assist. Prof. Dr. Ju Lim has extensive research experience in early childhood education and technology integration 🎓. a Research Assistant for the “Responsible AI in Classrooms Project” at the University of Wisconsin-Madison (2023-2024), she designed methodologies for data collection and conducted pilot studies 📊. In the “Global Pandemic Parenting Project” (2022), Dr. Lim collaborated with scholars from seven countries, contributing to international publications 🌍. She also engaged in community research for the “Ready To Learn Project” (2021), focusing on early learning gaps in underserved communities 🤝. Additionally, Dr. Lim contributed to the “Play Video Library Project” (2020), promoting educational play resources 🧩. University Teaching Experience Assist. Prof. Dr. Ju Lim has taught diverse courses at prestigious universities. At Georgia State University in Fall 2024, she instructed “Discourses of Human Development” for graduate students virtually 🌐. At the University of Wisconsin-Madison, she taught “Cultural Foundations of Learning and Development” (2020-2024) and supervised the Elementary Education Program, enhancing field placements and student licensure 💼. As a Writing Center Instructor, Dr. Lim mentored doctoral students and led inclusive writing groups 📚✍️. Her roles also included teaching “Learning Environments for Initial Education Programs” and assisting in early childhood education courses, showcasing her dedication to fostering student success 👩🏫. Research Focus Assist. Prof. Dr. Ju Lim focuses on technology integration in early childhood education 👶💻. Her research explores how digital tools can be effectively incorporated into PreK-3 classrooms, enhancing learning experiences for young children 🎓✨. In her recent work, “Technology Integration as a Spectrum,” published in Teachers and Teaching (2024), Dr. Lim investigates varying levels of technology use by educators, highlighting the balance between traditional and digital pedagogies ⚖️📲. Collaborating with experts like Peter Wardrip, she aims to develop strategies that support creative, informed, and developmentally appropriate use of technology in early education settings 🏫🔍. Publication Top Notes Technology Integration as a Spectrum: integrating technology in early childhood classrooms
Krystyna Nowak-Fabrykowski | Education Award | Best Researcher Award Published on 19/07/202419/07/2024 by Global Academic Awards Prof. Krystyna Nowak-Fabrykowski | Education Award | Best Researcher Award Prof. Krystyna Nowak-Fabrykowski, Central Michigan University, United States Prof. Krystyna Nowak-Fabrykowski is a distinguished academic specializing in education and linguistic applied to teaching. She holds a Ph.D. from Warsaw University, Poland, and has completed post-doctoral research at Laval University, Canada. With extensive teaching experience, she is currently a Professor at Central Michigan University, focusing on Teacher and Special Education. Prof. Nowak-Fabrykowski has received numerous awards, including the VIP Alumni Award from the University of Lodz and multiple Faculty Research and Creative Endeavour Premier Displays. Her research interests span educational reform and the role of symbols in schooling. 📚🎓🌍 Publication Profile Orcid Education She earned her Ph.D. from Warsaw University, Poland, focusing on “The Role of Symbols in the Process of Schooling Children.” She completed her post-doctoral fellowship at Laval University, Canada. Prof. Nowak-Fabrykowski also holds a Master of Education from the University of Lodz and a diploma from Sorbonne University in Phonetics and Linguistics Applied to Teaching French. 🎓📜 Professional Experience Currently a Professor at Central Michigan University, she has served at Coastal Carolina University, John Carroll University, and Mount Union College, among others. Her roles have included Associate Professor and Assistant Professor, and she has held various lecturing positions internationally. 🌍👩🏫 Awards Prof. Nowak-Fabrykowski has received numerous accolades, including the VIP Alumni Award from the University of Lodz and several Faculty Research and Creative Endeavour Premier Displays at Central Michigan University. She has also been awarded grants for professional development and curriculum content. 🏆💼 Research Focus Prof. Krystyna Nowak-Fabrykowski’s research primarily focuses on early childhood education and cultural comparative studies. Her work, such as the article “A Comparative Analysis of Early Years’ Programme Culture in the US and Poland,” highlights her commitment to advancing humanistic principles in education. This study emphasizes the importance of love, freedom, care, and consideration for others within early years’ programs. Her research seeks to explore and improve educational practices by comparing different cultural approaches, aiming to enhance the overall quality and humanity of early childhood education. 🌍👶📚 Publication Top Notes A comparative analysis of early years’ programme culture in the US and Poland – advancing humanism by placing love, freedom, care and consideration for others first