Part Time - Student (undergraduate) - Nsf Socratic Metacognitive Inquiry-based Learning Environment Project

Penn State University

State College, Pennsylvania, USA
On-site
Smile learning exercises
Qualitative/quantitative data collection
Developing educational materials
Penn State University is seeking a part-time undergraduate student for a research assistant role within the SMILE project, focusing on metacognitive inquiry-based learning. The position involves supporting research activities, developing educational materials, and engaging with qualitative and quantitative data collection

Job Summary

  • Join the SMILE research team to support the design, testing, and dissemination of SMILE learning exercises and to assist with qualitative/quantitative data collection for evaluating student and stakeholder experiences.
  • Undergraduate research assistants will contribute to developing educational materials, coordinating interviews and focus groups, producing high-quality research documentation (e.g., notes and transcripts), and sharing project outcomes through professional communication channels, including conferences and academic/professional social media/website.
  • This role provides hands-on experience with research operations, qualitative methods, and educational innovation using AI and Large Language Models, with opportunities to build practical skills in study coordination, content development, and applied analysis.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Penn State University is seeking a part-time undergraduate student for a research assistant role within the SMILE project, focusing on metacognitive inquiry-based learning. The position involves supporting research activities, developing educational materials, and engaging with qualitative and quantitative data collection.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • SMILE learning exercises
  • qualitative/quantitative data collection
  • developing educational materials
  • coordinating interviews and focus groups
  • research documentation
  • professional communication channels

Nice-to-have

  • creativity and independent work
  • attention to detail
  • reliability and professionalism

Key Requirements

  • Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student
  • Strong writing and communication skills
  • Comfortable learning new tools and workflows
  • Two-to three-year commitment

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Not specified

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