Professor Dr. Sylvia Van Borkulo

Biography

Sylvia van Borkulo is an Assistant Professor in Digital Technology Education at Utrecht University. Her research focuses on the use of technology in STEM education, particularly emphasizing the teaching of mathematics and computer science. She is involved in the NOLAI-funded projects such as 'Personalized Learning Pathways in Computer Science' and 'Visualizing Learning Goals in Mathematics Education,' which explore innovative applications of artificial intelligence in digital learning environments. She coordinates the Master's course 'Designing Science Education.' Her completed projects include the NRO project 'Computational Thinking and Mathematical Thinking: Digital Literacy in Mathematics Curricula' and the Erasmus+ project for Computational Thinking Learning Environment for Teachers in Europe. She has also worked in collaboration on the REACT-EU project and developed the Numworx Digital Mathematics Environment, an innovative platform for upper secondary computer science education, showcasing her expertise in software development for educational technologies.

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