Dr. Chadia Mansour holds a Ed.D. in Education with a specialization in digital and distance education from Athabasca University, Canada. Her research explores design-based integration of technology for language learning and human assistance in multimodal and open digital environments. Through her leadership and scholarship, she is committed to a more inclusive and equitable quality education for all and has contributed to accessible professional development to educators around the globe.
Dr. Aga Palalas is Associate Professor at Athabasca University, Canada, specializing in human-centered digital learning. Her research explores computer-assisted language learning, online learning, digital wellness, and disruptive pedagogy, integrating innovative technologies. Dr Palalas is former president and founding director of IABL and IAmLearn and currently acts as Interim EiC of the International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning (IRRODL). She is dedicated to holistic digital learning design that nurtures individuals and communities.
Dr. Pakize Uludag holds a Ph.D. in Education with a specialization in Applied Linguistics from Concordia University, Canada. With expertise in curriculum and assessment design, she has led grant-funded research projects in second language (L2) assessment and has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications. A frequent conference presenter, she currently serves as an educational leader in comprehensive internationalization and intercultural learning.