Conceptual change and mechanistic reasoning
Haptic Technology Innovations to Guide Student Gesturing with Dynamic STEM Visualizations. National Science Foundation. Research on Emerging Technology for Teaching and Learning, (RETTL), Award of $549,997. Years: 2022—2025. To participate in this study, contact Dr. Matthew Lira.
Representational competence and spatial reasoning
Neural correlates for successful spatial problem solving in chemistry education: A comparison between gesture-based and model-based learning strategies. DeLTA Center Interdisciplinary Research Grants. University of Iowa. Seed of $1,000. Year: 2020. To participate in this study, contact Sam.
Epistemic cognition and emotion regulation
Alchemy for Augmenting Learning: Transmuting cognitive and emotional liabilities into assets for science engagement. Critical Research in School Mental Health Projects: Graduate Research Assistant Application. Scanlan Center. Funds one half-time graduate student RA. 2023. Prize circa $25,000. To participate in this study, contact Mahsa.