Wilhelmina Statham

Short presentation

I specialize in interdisciplinary educational technology and inclusive pedagogy in higher education. My work champions student-centric learning through the strategic integration of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), Technology-Enhanced Education (TEE), and ethical AI applications.

Keywords

• Educational Technology
• Technology Enhanced Education (TEE)
• Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
• Inclusive Pedagogy
• AI in Education
• Instructional Design
• Student Mentoring / Supervision

Biography

Dr. Wilhelmina Zoe Statham

Educational Technology | TEE, UDL, Inclusive Pedagogy | AI in Education

I am a Senior Lecturer with the Department of Game Design. My professional journey has been dedicated to cultivating dynamic and inclusive learning environments through student-centric pedagogy that embraces the diverse realities of all learners, including neurodivergent students.

My core expertise lies at the intersection of educational technology, Technology-Enhanced Education (TEE), Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and inclusive pedagogies. I am passionate about leveraging cutting-edge tools and pedagogical approaches, including AI in education, to shape the future of teaching and learning across various academic disciplines.

Guided by Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) principles, I lead initiatives focused on designing meaningful assessment strategies, exploring the responsible integration of AI in education, and creating accessible, equitable, and engaging learning experiences. My work includes interdisciplinary research projects, and I actively supervise PhD and Bachelor's candidates, fostering their research capabilities.

While my foundational experience is within Game Design, my current research aims towards advancing broader, inclusive educational practices and preparing students with future-ready skills, applicable across all fields of study. I am always open to collaborations that explore innovative approaches to teaching and learning.

Research

My research focuses on the intersection of technology-enhanced education, UDL, and student-centered learning. My primary research interests include:

• AI in Education: My research explores how AI is fundamentally transforming learning and education, reshaping how we consume and produce information. Furthermore, I investigate AI's potential to equalize educational access for neurodivergent, underprivileged, and/or underrepresented students.
• Universal Design for Learning (UDL) & Inclusive Pedagogy: Developing and implementing UDL-aligned strategies to create accessible, equitable, and engaging learning environments that cater to diverse student needs, including neurodivergent learners.
• Technology-Enhanced Education (TEE): Investigating the impact and efficacy of digital tools, AI, and multimodal engagement in enhancing student learning outcomes across disciplines.
• Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL): Conducting applied research to systematically evaluate and improve teaching methods, curriculum development, and student success.

Current Projects & Initiatives:

• DISH – Digital Innovations for Sustainable Heritage: Co-designed and secured funding for two interdisciplinary PhD projects, which I co-supervise. This initiative explores the application of digital technologies in heritage management, including digital twinning and toolkits for museums.
• Faculty Development Workshops: Ongoing design and facilitation of workshops and training sessions for university faculty on integrating AI into their teaching, research, and supervision practices.
• Advisory Board Member: Contributing to the ERC-funded GAMEINDEX project, part of Prague Game Production Studies.

I am actively seeking collaborations with researchers and practitioners interested in these areas to further advance our understanding and application of innovative educational strategies.