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Jonathan H. Tomkin is a research-focused academic specializing in Earth System Modeling and the impacts of climate change on geomorphological processes. His research primarily investigates how changes in climate, surface processes, and tectonic forces shape landscapes, with a keen interest in testing theoretical models of landscape evolution through geodynamics and geological observations. Jonathan's fieldwork includes significant research expeditions in the Olympic Mountains, the Patagonian Andes, and the Ross Sea, contributing valuable insights into the mechanisms driving Earth’s geological processes. In addition to his fieldwork, Jonathan is involved in exploring the effectiveness of new educational technologies, such as Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), blended learning, and adaptive learning systems, aimed at enhancing educational outcomes at the institutional level. He serves as the Senior Associate Director within the School of Earth, Society, and Environment at the University of Illinois, where he also directs online programs, merging his expertise in Earth Sciences with advancements in educational technology.
Earth Science Environmental Change • University of Illinois
Earth Science Environmental Change • University of Illinois
School of Earth, Society, Environment • University of Illinois
School of Earth, Society, Environment • University of Illinois
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