Biography
Dr Seungoh Paek is a Professor in the Department of Learning Design and Technology at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, United States. Her research primarily explores children’s interactions within digital learning environments, with a focus on enhancing their comprehension of abstract concepts in mathematics, science, and computer science. Dr Paek has served as a co-investigator on two grant projects funded by the United States’ National Science Foundation (NSF). One project evaluates innovative strategies for improving engagement, diversity, and retention in undergraduate computer science programmes, while the other focuses on fostering research and practises in culturally relevant computing to support school teachers teaching computer science in Hawaii’s public schools. In addition to her research, Dr Paek teaches a range of undergraduate and graduate courses covering topics such as instructional design, instructional technology for K-12 (in-service and pre-service teachers), cognitive science, and research methodology. Her work as both an educator and researcher bridges educational theory and practical application in both teaching and research contexts.
Panel Presentation (2025) | Promoting Cultural Awareness in Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Education: East-West Collaboration
