Research Discipline/Bio
Jullia is a PhD candidate in Cognitive Science in Education, currently researching the effects of AI-generated videos with pedagogical agents (virtual instructors) on cognition and learning. She is particularly interested in the dynamics of human-AI interaction within educational contexts.
As an interdisciplinary researcher, Jullia approaches complex problems from multiple perspectives, informed by her diverse professional experiences, including running an edtech startup, serving as a PM for an education app, and teaching in the classroom.
Her research interests focus on the interaction between individuals and technology. She has designed immersive experiences, such as an augmented reality (AR) social skills game for autistic individuals and a virtual reality (VR) speech therapy app for stuttering patients. Through her work, Jullia aims to leverage technology to create more equitable and inclusive learning environments, ensuring that tech tools meet the diverse needs of all learners.
Educational Background
Master of Philosophy, Cognitive Science in Education, Teachers College, Columbia University, 2024
Master of Arts, Instructional Technology and Media, Teachers College, Columbia University, 2018
Bachelor of Education, Secondary Education, University of British Columbia (UBC)
Bachelor of Arts, Visual Arts and Minor in Asian Area Studies, University of British Columbia (UBC)
Honors/Awards
CHI 2024 Student Research Competition (Graduate) First Place Winner, CHI, 2024
Vice President’s Grant for Student Research in Diversity, TC, 2024
Dean’s Grant for Student Research, TC, 2024
Provost's Grant for Conference Presentation, TC, 2024
International Travel Grant, TC, 2024
Ben D. Wood Fellowship, TC, 2020-23
Verizon 5G EdTech Challenge Winner, 2019
TED Resident, 2018
Microsoft Imagine Cup, US National Finalist, 2018
Adobe Design Achievement Awards Semifinalist, Social Impact, 2018
Publications/Exhibitions
Lim, J. (2024, May 11-16). The Potential of Learning With AI-Generated Pedagogical Agents in Instructional Videos. Extended Abstracts of the CHI Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems (CHI EA ’24).
Lim, J. (in final revision). The Potential of AI-Generated Instructional Videos with Pedagogical Agents. Online Learning Journal.
Chang, Y.K., Lim, J. & Burkland, J., (in final revision). How can AR-enhanced books support early readers? Exploring informal literacy development through AR design principles, International Journal of Child-Computer Interaction.
Last Updated: Nov 4, 2024