Dr. Cathy Adams

Professor

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Biography

Cathy Adams is a Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Alberta. Her research focuses on the integration of digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI) in K-12 and post-secondary educational environments. Dr. Adams addresses ethical pedagogical issues involving digital media and AI in schools, utilizing phenomenology and postphenomenology to examine sociomaterial approaches. Her inquiry emphasizes qualitative methods, including 'interviewing objects', and she contributes to the development of the K-12 Computer Science curriculum. In her teaching, she provides students with hands-on experience in technology integration within educational frameworks. Adams has authored notable publications including works on AI literacy frameworks for education and ethical principles for AI in K-12 education, reflecting her expertise in the intersection of technology and pedagogy.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Professor in the Faculty of Education, focusing on research and teaching in educational technologies.

Courses

EDU 210 - Introduction to Educational Technology EDU 570 - Technology, AI, and Ethics in Education

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management