Our Researchers
David Neumann, MA Bio: David is a professor in the Faculty of Media & Creative Arts who explores how technology can be leveraged for creative outcomes. From 3D design for baking students to drones for 3D asset capture, he works across all areas of the college, building proof of process prototypes to identify areas where technology can spark curiosity, build confidence and expand agency in students. Project Title: Incorporation of Emerging Technologies into the Classroom
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Project Details: The investigators are exploring the process, technology requirements, and pedagogical considerations needed to sustainably incorporate emerging technologies such as augmented and virtual reality into the curriculum. Through “proof of process” multi-disciplinary research projects, the research team can bring together industry stakeholders, students, and faculty from different disciplines, and work on a project that investigates a specific potential opportunity for emerging technologies to be incorporated into the curriculum within 1‒2 terms. Potential Impact: The project’s success is measured based on the insights gathered about the challenges and opportunities a specific technology may bring to student learning. Most projects have multiple phases with workshops, faculty professional development, and other opportunities for staff, students, and faculty to engage with the project process as well. Research findings were presented at the League for Innovation in the Community College Conference from March 11—14, 2023, in Tempe, Arizona, USA. David Neumann was also the recipient of Humber’s Award for Teaching Excellence and Humber’s Innovation of the Year Award for his work on this project.
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