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PhD Candidate, specialising in the integration of Artificial Intelligence within inquiry-based science learning and teaching. Justin is deeply passionate about science education, research, teaching, and leveraging technology to enhance conceptual understanding.
As a mixed-methods researcher, he values the robustness of this approach, as it offers a comprehensive understanding of complex research problems through the combined strengths of both qualitative and quantitative methodologies.
He is a proud member of the Golden Key International Honour Society, completed his Master’s degree with distinction, and has published in international peer-reviewed journals.
His current PhD research focuses on developing a framework for AI-driven tutoring to support both teachers and learners in enacting Inquiry-Based Science Education practices within the Physical Sciences.
Teaching and Learning Specialist
Qualifications
Research interests
Biography
PhD Candidate, specialising in the integration of Artificial Intelligence within inquiry-based science learning and teaching. Justin is deeply passionate about science education, research, teaching, and leveraging technology to enhance conceptual understanding.
As a mixed-methods researcher, he values the robustness of this approach, as it offers a comprehensive understanding of complex research problems through the combined strengths of both qualitative and quantitative methodologies.
He is a proud member of the Golden Key International Honour Society, completed his Master’s degree with distinction, and has published in international peer-reviewed journals.
His current PhD research focuses on developing a framework for AI-driven tutoring to support both teachers and learners in enacting Inquiry-Based Science Education practices within the Physical Sciences.
Formed by the strategic evolution of The Varsity College, MSA, Vega and
the School of Hospitality and Service Management, uniting under the Emeris name.
Emeris (currently named The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd) is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training as a private higher education institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997 (reg. No. 2007/HE07/002). Company registration number: 1987/004754/07. View certificate here.
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