Primary Program Faculty
Susan L. Amato-Henderson
- Department Chair, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- Associate Professor of Psychology, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- 906-487-2536
- slamato@mtu.edu
- Meese Center 107
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Motivation Science
- Self-Efficacy
- Impact of Values on Behavior
- Cognitive Dissonance
- Individual Differences in STEM Learning
Kedmon N. Hungwe
- Professor, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- 906-487-1966
- khungwe@mtu.edu
- Meese Center 210
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Social contexts of development with a focus youth agency and development.
- Cognition & tools (encompassing communication technologies, work tools, & everyday tools)
Shane T. Mueller
- Associate Professor of Psychology, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- 906-487-1159
- shanem@mtu.edu
- Meese Center 203
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Computational Modeling
- Recognitional Decision Making
- Perceptual and Memory Processes
- Representations of Cultural Knowledge
Kelly S. Steelman
- Assistant Professor, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- Affiliated Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering-Engineering Mechanics
- 906-487-2792
- steelman@mtu.edu
- Meese Center 102
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Basic and applied attention
- Models of attention
- Human performance in aviation
- Instructional design
- Display design
Shari L. Stockero
- Professor, Mathematical Sciences
- Director of Teacher Education, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- 906-487-1126
- stockero@mtu.edu
- Meese Center 103
Areas of Expertise
- Preservice Mathematics Teacher Education
- Teacher Professional Development
- Teacher Noticing
- Teacher Learning
- Use of Video Cases in Teacher Education
Kamara Taylor
- Lecturer, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- 906-487-3205
- kamarat@mtu.edu
- Meese Center 112
Kevin M. Trewartha
- Assistant Professor, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- Assistant Professor, Kinesiology and Integrative Physiology
- 906-487-3206
- kmtrewar@mtu.edu
- Meese Center 207
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Cognitive Aging
- Cognitive Neuroscience
- Motor Learning
- Sensorimotor Control
- Memory
- Cognitive Control
Elizabeth Veinott
- Associate Professor, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- Director, Center for Human-Centered Computing
- 906-487-2171
- eveinott@mtu.edu
- Meese Center 204
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Decision Making
- Problem Solving
- Learning and Video Games for STEM
- CSCW
- Structured Analytic Techniques
Staff
Rachelle Gariepy
- Teacher Professional Development Coordinator
- Administrative Aide, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- 906-487-2460
- rmgariep@mtu.edu
- Meese Center 111
Gina Goudge
- Department Coordinator
- 906-487-3258
- gmgoudge@mtu.edu
- Meese Center 108
Allied Faculty
Bradley H. Baltensperger
- Emeritus Professor, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- Research Professor, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- 906-487-2425
- brad@mtu.edu
- Meese Center 202
Research Interests
- STEM Learning and Teaching
- Teacher Professional Development
- Earth Science Education
Jason R. Carter
- Associate Vice President for Research Development
- Professor, Kinesiology and Integrative Physiology
- Affiliated Professor, Biological Sciences, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- 906-487-2994
- jcarter@mtu.edu
- ATDC 210
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Autonomic and Cardiovascular Control in Humans
- Neurovascular Responses to Mental Stress
- Sleep and Autonomic Activity in Humans
- Sex Differences and Sympathetic Activity
- Aerobic and Anaerobic Balance in Elite Athletes
Joan Chadde-Schumaker
- Director, Center for Science and Environmental Outreach
- Instructor, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- 906-487-3341
- jchadde@mtu.edu
- GLRC 115
Areas of Expertise
- Great Lakes education and stewardship
- Watershed management ; stream monitoring
- Environmental education
- Elementary engineering and STEM education
- K-12 science education
- K-12 teacher professional development
- Communicating Science to a lay audience
Paul Charlesworth
- Associate Professor, Chemistry
- Affiliated Associate Professor, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- 906-487-2702
- pcharles@mtu.edu
- Chem Sci 708A
Research Interests
- Chemical education
- Technology-supported learning
- Online and Blended Classrooms
- Flipped Classrooms
- Spatial Ability
Emily A. Dare
- Adjunct Associate Professor of STEM Education, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- 906-487-3204
- eadare@mtu.edu
- Meese Center 211
Research Interests
- STEM Education
- In-service teacher education
- Teacher beliefs
- Curriculum writing and assessment
- Gender equity in science/STEM
- Student interest in STEM
Joshua A. Ellis
- Assistant Professor of STEM Education, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- Past Director, North Central Association for Science Teacher Education
Links of Interest
Specialties
- STEM Education
- Educational Technology
Research Interests
- Facilitating the development of pre-service and in-service teachers’ reflective practice in online, blended, and face-to-face learning environments
- Promoting model-based and engineering-integrated science instruction through STEM integration
- Designing and creating dynamic, student-centered online learning environments for educators
Chipo Hungwe
- Adjunct Assistant Professor, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- Instructor, Social Sciences
- 906-487-2873
- chungwe@mtu.edu
- Meese 204/AOB 208
Jacqueline E. Huntoon
- Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
- Professor, Geological and Mining Engineering Sciences
- Affiliated Professor, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- 906-487-2440
- jeh@mtu.edu
- Administration Building 505A
Specialties
- Geoscience
- Teacher Education
- Evaluation and Assessment
John L. Irwin
- Professor and Associate Chair, Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Affiliated Professor, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- Director, Research and Innovation in STEM Education Institute (RISE)
- 906-487-2525
- jlirwin@mtu.edu
- EERC 327
Research Interests
- Problem-based learning methods applied in the areas of CAD/CAM
- Static and dynamic model simulation
- Product and manufacturing work cell verification
Teaching Interests
- Parametric Modeling
- Statics and Strength of Materials
- Product Design and Development
- CAE and FEA Methods
- Computer-aided Manufacturing
- Senior Design
John Jaszczak
- Interim Department Chair, Chemistry and Professor, Physics
- Affiliated Professor, Materials Science and Engineering, and Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- Adjunct Curator, A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum
- 906-487-2255
- jaszczak@mtu.edu
- Chem Sci 607E
Links of Interest
Teaching Interests
- Nanotechnology Education
Research Interests
- Theoretical condensed matter physics
- Theory and modeling of single-electron transport devices
- Modeling and simulation of properties of interfaces and interface materials
- Atomistic computational physics of surface phases and surface dynamics
- Crystal growth
- Mineralogy of natural graphite
Myounghoon "Philart" Jeon
- Adjunct Associate Professor, Computer Science and CLS
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Human-Computer Interaction/ Human-Robot Interaction
- Auditory Displays/ Sonification
- Affective Computing/ Emotional Design
- Automotive User Interfaces
- Assistive Technology for Special Populations
- Aesthetic Computing/ Media Art
William A. Kennedy
- Emeritus Professor, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- 906-487-3302
- wkennedy@mtu.edu
- Meese Center 102
Research Interests
- Neuroscience of Learning and Memory
- Educational Reform and Redesign
- Persuasion and Attitude Change
Scott A. Kuhl
- Associate Professor, Computer Science
- Affiliated Associate Professor, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- Faculty Advisor, Husky Game Development Enterprise
- 906-487-2798
- kuhl@mtu.edu
- Rekhi Hall 210
Area of Expertise
- Computer Graphics
- Virtual Environments
- Head-mounted displays
- Human Perception
Lorelle A. Meadows
- Dean of the Pavlis Honors College
- 906-487-4371
- lameadows@mtu.edu
- M&M 722I
Specialties
- STEM Education Research
- Human-Centered Design
- Service-Learning
Michael R. Meyer
- Director - William G. Jackson Center for Teaching and Learning
- 906-487-1708
- mrmeyer@mtu.edu
- Van Pelt and Opie Library 219
Specialties
- Directs and coordinates center activities with those of other campus units
- Holds pedagogical consultations with faculty and staff from all departments
- Promotes new faculty development tools, training, and opportunities
- Coordinates initiatives to support teaching and learning, such as the university testing center
- Holds joint appointment as physics senior lecturer
Robert Pastel
- Associate Professor, Computer Science
- Affiliated Associate Professor, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- Faculty Advisor, Humane Interface Design Enterprise
- 906-487-1639
- pastel@mtu.edu
- Rekhi Hall 204
Links of Interest
Area of Expertise
- Mobile App Design and Usability
- Software Development and Processes
- Computer Science Education
Peter Stacy
- Adjunct Assistant Professor, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- 906-487-2204
- pstacy@mtu.edu
- Meese Center 202
Research Interests
- Early Childhood Attachment Disorders
- Alternative Approaches to Incarceration
- Effective Treatment in Correctional Settings
Carla Strome
- Adjunct Instructor, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
Yin-Yin (Sarah) Tan
- Research Assistant Professor, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- Postdoc Researcher, Cognitive Psychology
- Cell: 906-275-9436
- yinyint@mtu.edu
Charles Wallace
- Associate Professor, Computer Science
- Affiliated Associate Professor, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- 906-487-3431
- wallace@mtu.edu
- Rekhi Hall 205
Links of Interest
Areas of Expertise
- Software Requirements
- Human-Centered Computing
- Communication in Software Development
- Formal Methods
- Software Engineering Education
- Agile Development Methods
- Cyberlearning
Paul Ward
- Adjunct Professor of Psychology, Cognitive and Learning Sciences
- 906-487-2065
- pward@mtu.edu
- Meese Center 105
Links of Interest
Research Interests
- Study of Expertise
- Perceptual-Cognitive Skills
- Training
- Skill Acquisition
- Applied Cognition
- Cognitive Engineering
- Human Factors
- Sports Science