MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
As the Associate Director of Assessment and Evaluation at Michigan State University’s Evidence Driven Learning Innovation (EDLI), I oversee the evaluation of digital learning innovations to improve the educational experiences of faculty and students. My primary responsibility is to design and implement assessment protocols that measure the effectiveness of advanced technologies, including generative AI, within classroom settings. I conduct both qualitative and quantitative research to analyze how these technologies influence key outcomes such as student engagement, self-efficacy, and academic achievement.
In addition to leading research initiatives, I manage a range of large-scale projects, including a recently awarded National Science Foundation (NSF) grant (PI) focused on the ethical use of generative AI for STEM educators. This project involves cross-departmental collaboration, allowing me to work alongside experts in educational technology to develop training modules and resources that support teachers in adapting to the AI-driven educational landscape. I also collaborate closely with faculty members in conducting research and applying for external grants, ensuring that our projects are well-funded and aligned with the university's strategic goals. Furthermore, I mentor faculty in applying evidence-based practices for their assessment and curriculum design, guiding them in harnessing the full potential of digital tools to create more inclusive, equitable, and effective learning environments.
Current Grant Projects (PI & Co-PI):
Generative AI ethics design sprint workshop for STEM educator (NSF grant; funded)
Fostering student-driven learning & innovative performance in design education through generative AI (Catalyst grant; funded)
Investigating academic outcomes of generative AI tutoring for first-year undergraduates (National Center for Education Research grant; pending)
Developing methodologies for observing and analyzing generative AI use in the classroom: Merging industry and education qualitative research practices (Google Research; pending)
Advancing educator development with asynchronous generative AI workshops (Google Research; pending)
Current AI-Related Research / Evaluation Projects (Lead):
AI & Ethics
Grant
Presentations
AI / Digital Software Analysis
Tailored Tutoring (AI tutoring)
Khanmigo (AI tutoring)
Packback (AI embedded support)
Midjourney (design AI)
H5P (Interactive video platform)
PlayPosit (Interactive video platform)
AI & Digital Learning Research Framework
AI tutoring training module
Effective and ethical AI prompting
Software evaluation process protocol
AI in Curriculum & Assessment
Sample lesson plan: Exploring AI genres in writing
Presentations
AI & Qualitative Methods
Qualitative data collection methods on AI
Conducting data analysis using AI
AI & Teacher Agency (Institution-wide analysis of educators’ transition)
Multilingual & Multicultural Abilities of AI
Other Ongoing Research / Evaluation Projects (Lead):
Logic Models + Design, Monitoring, & Evaluation (DM&E)
EDLI
Holocaust
Khanmigo
Midsemester Feedback
Holocaust Project: Integrating Social Justice Issues in the Classroom through Discourse
Qualitative Methods: Observation protocol training
Student Success Math Project: Supporting students' socio-emotional needs to reduce DFW rates
Teaching GenZ: Tools & Tips
Colleges' Online Learning Academy (COLA) program (co-lead)
Hyflex Teaching & Learning Research (co-lead)
OXNARD COLLEGE
As a Research Analyst for Oxnard College for five years, I designed, monitored, and evaluated programs, serving underrepresented middle school, high school, and community college students. The programs I worked on focused STEM and Student Success, which are funded for multiple years by the U.S. Department of Education grant (co-investigator; $6 million each: Hispanic Serving Institution-STEM grant/Title III Part F & Student Success grant/Title V). I conducted research from start to end, and produced reports submitted for government grant renewals, working closely with the Dean of Institutional Effectiveness, at that time, who is now the Vice Chancellor of the District. I also worked collaboratively with faculty who ran the programs, and provided feedback and recommendations to ensure program sustainability, to build capacity, and to strengthen pedagogical practices.
STEM Grant Projects & Reports:
Building & Engineering Experience ("BEE") Sage-Go Green
Biotech OC STEM Tutoring Center
Marine Biology & Environmental Science STEAM (STEM + Art)
Condor Technology Institute Water Quality Program
Pre-engineering Summer Bridge Young Entrepreneurship Program
Science & Technology MESA Beach Erosion Program
Student Success Grant Projects:
Key Class: Teaching noncognitive/soft-skills to high school students
First Year Experience (FYE)
Resiliency Circle program: Transitional Math & Promise Pathway students
University Department Evaluation Projects:
Math Department English Department
Communications Department Financial Aid Department