Hadi Samadieh |Educational Psychology| Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Hadi Samadieh |Educational Psychology| Young Scientist Award

Dr at Department of Psychology, University of Birjand, Birjand, Iran Iran

Dr. Hadi Samadieh, a dedicated educational psychologist, serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Birjand, where he has made significant contributions in both teaching and administrative capacities. With a career spanning over a decade, Dr. Samadieh has held roles from academic counselor to head of the university’s Counseling and Empowerment Center. His notable leadership in educational initiatives and strong commitment to student welfare underscore his reputation as a passionate advocate for psychological research and academic excellence. Recognized for both his scholarly achievements and community involvement, he is celebrated for his impactful work in education, particularly in fostering a sense of belonging and promoting mental well-being among students.

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Education šŸŽ“

Dr. Hadi Samadieh completed his Ph.D. in Educational Psychology at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad in 2021, guided by Dr. Hossein Kareshki and earning accolades for his dissertation on university students’ sense of belonging. He achieved his M.A. in Educational Psychology from the University of Tehran in 2013, where he honed his expertise in cognitive and motivational frameworks. His academic journey began with a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Birjand in 2011, laying the groundwork for his profound understanding of psychological theories and practices. Dr. Samadiehā€™s education reflects his commitment to studying and enhancing educational dynamics through rigorous research and interdisciplinary approaches.

Experience šŸ§‘ā€šŸ«

Dr. Samadiehā€™s career includes roles as an Assistant Professor at the University of Birjand since 2023, leading the Counseling and Empowerment Center (2021-2023), and being the Executive Manager for Talented Student Recruitment (2021-2023). He has taught as a visiting lecturer at both the University of Birjand and Ferdowsi University of Mashhad and served as a research assistant, contributing to major educational psychology projects. From 2013 to 2015, he worked as a psychologist at Birjand Central Prison, applying his knowledge in challenging environments, and began his career as an academic counselor at Oxin Institute of Higher Education.

Awards and Honors šŸ†

Dr. Samadiehā€™s awards include the “Supporter” statuette from Iranā€™s Deputy Minister of Science in 2023 and the prestigious Dr. Ali-Akbar Siasi Award in 2021 for the best doctoral thesis in educational psychology. He ranked 6th in the national master’s exam and 29th in the doctoral exam, underscoring his academic excellence. Recognized as the top doctoral student at Ferdowsi University with a stellar GPA, he was also honored as a distinguished visiting lecturer and top employee at Birjand University. His dedication earned him recognition as a social activist combating drug issues in South Khorasan.

Research Focus šŸ”

Dr. Samadiehā€™s research delves into educational psychology with an emphasis on motivational factors and studentsā€™ psychological well-being. His Ph.D. work explored the ā€œDynamics of Sense of Belonging to University,ā€ a mixed-method study analyzing how motivational contexts shape student experiences and academic integration. His interests include fostering inclusive learning environments, developing effective psychological interventions, and understanding cognitive and emotional motivators in educational settings. His research is pivotal in enhancing strategies for mental health support, academic motivation, and student retention.

 

Publications šŸ“š

  • “The explanation of studentsā€™ adjustment to university based on perceptions of parents: mediating mechanism of cognitive flexibility”
    • Authors: H. Samadieh, M. Nasri
    • Journal: Rooyesh-e-Ravanshenasi Journal (RRJ), 2021, 10(7), pp. 35-46
    • Cited by: 7

 

  • “Comparison of lifestyle and mental health among physical training teachers and other teachers in Birjand city”
    • Authors: M. Siyami, A. Salari, H. Samadieh
    • Journal: Journal of Fundamentals of Mental Health, 2017, 19(6), pp. 491-495
    • Cited by: 7

 

  • “Achievement Goals and Academic Performance: The Mediating Role of Achievement and Self Regulated Emotions”
    • Authors: A. Baneshi, H. Samadieh, J. Ejei
    • Journal: Journal of Psychology, 2015, 18(472), pp. 381-392
    • Cited by: 7*

 

  • “The Relationship Between Sense of Belonging and Life Satisfaction Among University Students: The Mediating Role of Social Isolation and Psychological Distress”
    • Authors: H. Samadieh, F. Tanhaye Reshvanloo
    • Journal: Iranian Journal of Educational Sociology, 2023, 6(3), pp. 11-24
    • Cited by: 6

 

  • “Risk and Protective Factors of Oppositional Defiant Disorder in Children with Stuttering: Unraveling Familial Dynamics”
    • Authors: M. Goshayeshi, H. Samadieh, F.T. Reshvanloo
    • Journal: Sciences, 2024, 5(2), pp. 31-37
    • Cited by: 5

 

  • “The mediating role of Agentic engagement in the relationship between academic enthusiasm and commitment to the university”
    • Authors: H. Samadieh, M. Sadri, M. Akbarimoqadam Kakhki
    • Journal: Rooyesh-e-Ravanshenasi Journal (RRJ), 2022, 10(12), pp. 191-202
    • Cited by: 5*

 

  • “Causal modeling of student’s academic achievement Based on achievement goals and achievement emotions”
    • Authors: H. Samadieh, M. Gholamali Lavasani, A. Khamesan
    • Journal: Journal of Applied Psychological Research, 2017, 8(2), pp. 17-34
    • Cited by: 5

 

  • “Psychometric Properties of the Basic Need Satisfaction in Relationships with Friends Scale in University Students”
    • Authors: F. Tanhaye Reshvanloo, T. Saeidi Rezvani, H. Samadieh, H. Kareshki
    • Journal: Knowledge and Research in Applied Psychology, 2023
    • Cited by: 4*

 

 

Meseret Tessema | Developmental & Educational Psychology| Best Researcher Award

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Dr.Meseret Tessema | Developmental & Educational Psychology| Best Researcher Award

Dr Meseret Tessema University of Gondar Ethiopia

Dr. Meseret Getachew Tessema is an accomplished academic and researcher with a PhD in Psychology from Andhra University, India. He is currently the Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of Psychology at the University of Gondar in Ethiopia. With a robust background in educational psychology and extensive teaching experience, Dr. Tessema has contributed significantly to the fields of mental health, group dynamics, and psychosocial support, particularly focusing on vulnerable populations such as refugees. His professional journey includes roles as a lecturer and coordinator in various educational institutions, and he has been involved in numerous research initiatives and community outreach programs. His publications cover a range of topics, including the relationship between teaching styles and student engagement, the impact of mental health on education, and cultural perspectives on aging in Ethiopia.

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šŸ“š Education

Ph.D. in PsychologyAndhra University, IndiaSeptember 2016 – June 2021Thesis: Teaching Styles and Learning Styles, Academic Engagement, and Academic Achievement of Students in Public Universities in EthiopiaMaster of Education in Educational Psycholog Bahir Dar University, EthiopiaSeptember 2010 – June 2012Thesis: The Relationship Between Parenting Style, Assertiveness, and Academic Achievement at Teacher Training Colleges in South EthiopiaBachelor of Arts in Educational PsychologyAddis Ababa University, EthiopiaSeptember 2000 – July 2005Higher Diploma in Teacher EducationDilla University, EthiopiaOctober 2005 – June 2006

šŸ”¬ Research Interests

Health Psychology, Mental Health and Psychosocial SupportEducation and Wellbeing of ChildrenSpecial Needs Education & GenderGroup Dynamics

 

šŸ… Leadership Experience

Head, Department of Psychology, University of GondarAugust 2021 ā€“ PresentIntegrated migration and asylum issues into the department’s research agenda.Guidance and Counseling Coordinator, Hosanna College of Teacher Education
November 2007 ā€“ September 2009Developed and managed counseling programs for migrant and displaced students.

šŸŒ Professional Memberships

International Society for the Study of Behavioral Development (ISSBD)Society for the Improvement of Psychological Sciences (SIPS)

šŸ† Professional Honors and Fellowships

2-year Academic Mentorship Programme for Social Psychologists and Social Scientists, funded by the British Academy, UK.

Publication

The Relationship of University Students’ Engagement with Teaching Style, Learning Style, and Academic Achievement in Ethiopia

Author

Meseret Getachew Tessema

Year

2021

 

Conclusion

Dr. Meseret Getachew Tessemaā€™s work demonstrates a deep commitment to enhancing educational practices and mental health support within the Ethiopian context. His leadership in the Department of Psychology at the University of Gondar has fostered significant research initiatives that address pressing societal issues, particularly those affecting marginalized communities. Through his collaborations with local and international organizations, he has not only contributed to academic knowledge but also to practical solutions that improve the psychosocial well-being of students and refugees. Dr. Tessemaā€™s ongoing research and community service projects reflect his dedication to bridging gaps in education and mental health, positioning him as a key figure in the advancement of psychological sciences in Ethiopia.

 

Ghaida Alrawashdeh | Education | Best Researcher Award

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Ā Dr. Ghaida Alrawashdeh | Education |Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ghaida Alrawashdeh is a dedicated researcher and educator with a Ph.D. in Education from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, specializing in personalized learning technologies for early-grade education. With a strong background in literature and culture, including an MA from Brunel University and a BA from the University of Jordan, she focuses on leveraging innovative technologies to enhance educational access in underserved communities. Currently a Postdoctoral Fellow at Boston College, she previously held roles at the ADM Institute and Al Falah University, Dubai. Her work integrates human-centered design and educational equity, recognized through multiple prestigious awards and fellowships.

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šŸ“š Research Interests:

My research interests are focused on exploring the intersection of innovative technologies and social impact to promote inclusion and equity. Specifically, I am interested in two lines of inquiry. The first involves harnessing technology to support learning and teaching in resource-challenged contexts, with a focus on improving foundational education and access for underserved communities, including reading literacy, numeracy, and coding. The second line of research centers around exploring the potential of smart technologies to promote more sustainable entrepreneurship models to empower marginalized young adults, particularly women.

šŸŽ“ Education:

Doctor of Philosophy in Education (June 2023) University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), Illinois, USA Dissertation: Personalized and adaptive learning technology for early grade reading: Evidence from MENA. Awards: Winner of the Leveraging Evidence for Action to Promote Change (LEAP) challenge (2022) Graduate College Dissertation Travel Grant (2023). Professional Program in Innovation and Entrepreneurship (July 2017) Stanford University, San Francisco, USA. Master of Arts in Contemporary Literature and Culture (Feb 2011) Brunel University, London, UK Pass with Merit. Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature (Feb 2009) University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan Excellent rank

šŸ’¼ Work History:

Postdoctoral Fellow Researcher (August 2023 ā€“ Present) Boston College, Boston, MA, USA. Human-Centered Design in K-12 Scholar (May 2023 ā€“ August 2023) Siebel Center for Design, Urbana, IL, USA. Research Scholar (Fellowship) (Dec 2021 ā€“ May 2023) ADM Institute, Urbana, IL, USA. Graduate Research Assistant (May 2021 ā€“ Dec 2021) College of Education, UIUC, Urbana, IL, USA. Graduate Mentor (Aug 2019 ā€“ May 2021) Office of Minority Student Affairs, UIUC, Urbana, IL, USA. Head of General Education & Director of Language Center (Aug 2015 ā€“ Jul 2019) Al Falah University, Dubai, UAE. Lecturer (Aug 2015 ā€“ Aug 2019) Al Falah University, Dubai, UAE

šŸ† Awards & Distinctions

Outstanding Student Medal Nominee (to be announced) College of Education, UIUC, USA. William Chandler Bagley Doctoral Scholarship Recipient (2022-2023) College of Education at UIUC, USA. Block Grant Fellowship Recipient (2021) College of Education at UIUC, USA. Summer Supplemental Block Grant Fellowship Recipient (2020) College of Education at UIUC, USA.COVID-19 Emergency Grant Recipient (2020) College of Education at UIUC, USA. Abu Dhabi Education Leadership Award: Best General Education Professor (2019) World Federation of Academic & Educational Institutions, UAE. Prof. Indria Parikh 50 Women in Education Leaders Award (2019) World Education Congress, India. Prof. Indria Parikh 50 Women in Education Leaders Award (2018) World Education Congress, India. Women in Education Leadership Award (2018) Asia’s Education Excellence Award, Singapore. Royal Makruma for Underprivileged Undergraduate Students (2005-2009) Queen Rania’s Fund, Jordan

Publication:šŸ“

  • Title: Engaging youth at school to advance sustainable agriculture and inspire future farming: evidence from Cambodia
    Authors: GS Alrawashdeh, S Lindgren, M Reyes, S Pisey
    Journal: The Journal of Agricultural Education and Extension
    Year: 2023
    Volume: 29
    Issue: 5
    Pages: 539-556
    Citations: 4

 

  • Title: Trends in Digital Personalized Learning: Landscape Review of Personalized Learning Solutions in Low and Middle-Income Countries
    Authors: NM Castillo, T Adam, A Alam, GS Alrawashdeh, P Tiwari
    Journal: UNICEF Office of Global Insight & Policy
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 4

 

  • Title: Language choice, technology and international education
    Authors: NM Castillo, DA Wagner, GS Alrawashdeh, A Gidra
    Journal: International Encyclopedia of Education: Literacies & Languages Education
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 4

 

  • Title: Testing the Efficiency of ASE by the Two Step Regression Based Technique, the Johansen Multivariate Technique Cointegration, and Granger Causality
    Authors: S Al Barghouthi, IU Rehman, G Rawashdeh
    Journal: Electronic Journal of Applied Statistical Analysis
    Year: 2016
    Volume: 9
    Issue: 3
    Pages: 572-586
    Citations: 4

 

  • Title: Exploring the impact of personalized and adaptive learning technologies on reading literacy: A global meta-analysis
    Authors: GS Alrawashdeh, S Fyffe, RFL Azevedo, NM Castillo
    Journal: Educational Research Review
    Year: 2023
    Article: 100587
    Citations: 3

 

  • Title: EdTech and marginalization: Scaling for learning equity
    Authors: NM Castillo, DA Wagner, GS Alrawashdeh, C Moog
    Journal: UNESCO
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 2

 

  • Title: Developing Youthā€™s Capacities as Active Partners in Achieving Sustainable Global Food Security through Education
    Authors: GS Alrawashdeh, S Lindgren, M Reyes, S Pisey
    Journal: Environmental Sciences Proceedings
    Year: 2022
    Volume: 15
    Issue: 1
    Citations: 2

 

  • Title: Jordanā€™s High-Stakes Educational Testing Challenges During COVID-19
    Authors: G Alrawashdeh
    Journal: ICTWorks
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 2*

 

  • Title: A mixed-methods approach to exploring university studentsā€™ perspectives of emergency remote teaching in resource-challenged contexts: The case of Jordan
    Authors: GS Alrawashdeh
    Journal: Technology, Pedagogy and Education
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 1

 

Michael Ciolfi | Design for Learning | Excellence in Research

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Ā Dr. Michael Ciolfi |Design for Learning| Excellence in Research

 

Experienced educational administrator with a robust background in managing patient care services and professional education in North America. Renowned for introducing innovative programming with measurable improvements in learning, performance, cost-effectiveness, and administrative ease. Proven leadership in strategic planning, sustainability, fiscal responsibility, and timely execution, leveraging a diverse career in competitive athletics and military strategic planning. Holds advanced degrees in Business Administration, Chiropractic, and Physical & Health Education. Currently Dean of the College of Health Sciences at the University of Bridgeport, driving strategic planning, accreditation, and budget management while fostering program growth and faculty development.

Profile

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šŸ“š Academic Administration * šŸ† Professional Practice * šŸŽ“ Teaching

A qualified, experienced educational administrator with an extensive track record of managing both patient care services and professional education development in Canada and the USA. Have introduced state-of-the-art programming in every environment with measurable gains in learning, performance, cost-effectiveness, and ease of administration achieved in all cases.

Strong, proven leader of people and processes, combining a diverse professional career with a background in competitive athletics and military strategic planning. Known for a collaborative style in relationship building, bold planning and decision making, analytical problem solving, creative solution development, sustainability planning, fiscal responsibility, and timely execution.

šŸŽ“Education

DBA (Doctorate-Business Admin), Walden University, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 2014 (Specialization: Leadership). MBA (Masters-Business Admin), University of Fredericton, Fredericton NB, 2010 (Specialization: General Business). Land Forces Military Command, Command & Staff College, Kingston ON, 2002 (Specialization: Light Infantry). DC (Doctor of Chiropractic), Life University, Marietta, Georgia, 1990. BSc (Nutrition), School of Chiropractic/School of Nutrition, 1990. HBPE (Physical & Health Education), Lakehead University, Thunder Bay ON, 1985

 

šŸ“š Teaching Experience

šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦ Canadian Army ā€“ Infantry Corps

Soldier Instruction: 1991-1996

  • Military conduct/military law/Queenā€™s Regulations and Orders
  • Navigating with map and compass
  • Extreme cold and extreme heat physiological adaptation and survival
  • Arctic survival, prevention, and treatment of cold injuries
  • Small arms instruction: M16 rifle, automatic weapons/machine guns/mortars/grenades/handheld antitank rocket and missile launchers

Officer Instruction: 1996-2003

  • Radio procedures/transmitting, receiving, storing and destroying classified information
  • Mission analysis and creation of military orders
  • Navigating with map, compass, and GPS
  • Directing indirect (artillery) and direct (tank) fire
  • Leading quick and deliberate light infantry platoon/company level attacks
  • Leading soldiers in ground, air-mobile and amphibious operations in multiple environmental conditions

šŸ« Niagara College

Lead Instructor: Anatomy and Physiology for Nurses: 1996 ā€“ 2001

  • Lifelong Wellness Activities/Lifestyles Course: 2000-2001
  • EMT Physical Preparation Course: 2000-2001

šŸ« North Florida Institute of Massage Therapy

Lead Instructor: Anatomy and physiology for massage therapists: 2003-2005

šŸ« Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida

Outpatient Faculty Clinician: Clinical experience courses: 2005-2006

  • Chiropractic Technique Instructor: Low back spinal manipulation and rehabilitation: 2005
  • Classroom Instructor: Patient care documentation, E & M and CPT coding: 2006-2008

šŸ« Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College

Lead Instructor: Foundations of spinal manipulation and manual therapies: 2009-2014

  • Guest Lecturer: Business procedures, accounting and finance, strategic planning, operational management, and leadership: 2010-2014

šŸ« University of Bridgeport

Chiropractic history, philosophy, and evidence-informed care: 2020

  • Navigating with map and compass: UG Health Sciences Adventure Course: 2022

šŸŽ“ Current Professional Responsibilities at the University of Bridgeport

Dean, College of Health Sciences (CHS)

  • Facilitated and created a strategic plan for the CHS.
  • Responsible for the academic and clinical competency attainment of ten health sciences programs.
  • Staffed chiropractic and acupuncture clinicians at Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC).
  • Managed operations of on-campus UB Clinics and post-graduate continuing education department.
  • Held financial oversight for all programs, including P & L reporting.
  • Facilitated strategic plans for various schools within the university.

WITH FACULTY

  • Evaluated full-time and part-time faculty.
  • Approved professional development and research projects.
  • Supervised schedule development.
  • Authorized hiring of program directors and faculty, and purchase of equipment and supplies.

ENCOURAGING AND SUPPORTING GROWTH

  • Managed growth of CHS programs, including UB Clinics and Health Sciences post-graduate education.
  • Developed a spine/neuromusculoskeletal model of care.
  • Integrated chiropractic and acupuncture into FQHCs and established residency training programs.

ACCREDITATION

  • Completed a self-study for the Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) for UBSC accreditation.
  • Participated in past accreditation studies at Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College and Palmer Chiropractic College.

BUDGET

  • Developed and managed annual budgets for CHS, UB clinics, post-graduate education, and FQHC clinical sites.
  • Utilized zero-based and other budget development strategies.
  • Balanced economic and educational concerns under resource-challenging conditions.

UB CLINICS

  • Oversaw operations of UB Clinics.
  • Allocated resources for off-site clinics and analyzed monthly financial income statements.
  • Created P & L projections for new program planning and analyzed financial statements for FQHC residency programs.

INFRASTRUCTURE ASSETS

  • Facilitated capital funds for renovations and equipment purchases.
  • Oversaw renovations to the radiology department, technique/physical exam instruction areas, and UB Clinics.

VISION, MISSION & STRATEGIC PLANNING

  • Initiated a review of the mission, vision, values, and paradigm of care for the School of Chiropractic.
  • Developed strategic plans with initiatives for enrollment and retention, curriculum enhancement, programmatic assessment, communications, research, professional leadership, and facilities enhancement.

STRATEGIC PLANNING – COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES

  • Facilitated the creation of a strategic plan for CHS, involving all schools and institutes.

STRATEGIC PLANNING ā€“ SCHOOL OF NURSING

  • Developed a strategic plan for the School of Nursing, aligning it with the CHS plan.

STRATEGIC PLANNING ā€“ PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT INSTITUTE

  • Facilitated a strategic plan for the Physician Assistant Institute following leadership changes and accreditation reaffirmation.

STRATEGIC PLANNING ā€“ SCHOOL OF DENTAL HYGIENE

  • Facilitated a review and creation of a strategic plan for the School of Dental Hygiene, including new program proposals.

EVALUATION

  • Developed and implemented a faculty self-assessment process within established tenure and non-tenure track protocols.

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  • The application of UDL and SoTL to health care education
    • Year: 2024
    • Authors: Ciolfi, M.; Howard, L.
    • Source: New Directions for Teaching and Learning

 

  • Perceptions of Ontario chiropractors on business education in chiropractic schools
    • Year: 2021
    • Authors: Ciolfi, M.A.; Azad, A.; Al-Azdee, M.; Nguyen, A.; Panah, B.A.
    • Source: Journal of Chiropractic Education

 

  • Gender diversity in chiropractic leadership: a cross-sectional study
    • Year: 2021
    • Authors: Azad, A.; Maiers, M.; Stuber, K.; Ciolfi, M.
    • Source: Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association

 

  • Response of Chiropractic Organizations to the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Descriptive Report
    • Year: 2020
    • Authors: Johnson, C.D.; Little, C.S.; Sterling, T.A.; Boghosian, K.; Ciolfi, M.A.
    • Source: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics

 

  • The relationship between chiropractor required and current level of business knowledge
    • Year: 2017
    • Authors: Ciolfi, M.A.; Kasen, P.A.
    • Source: Chiropractic and Manual Therapies