Assoc Prof Dr. Tova Michalsky - Statistical Methods - International Insightful Analytics Achievement Award 

Bar-Ilan University - Israel 

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Early Academic Pursuits

Assoc Prof Dr . Tova Michalsky began her academic journey at Bar-Ilan University, earning her Bachelor's degree in Biology in 1977. She continued her studies at the same institution, completing her Master's degree with honors in Biology in 1979. Later, in 2003, she achieved her PhD in Science Education from Bar-Ilan University, focusing on the effects of Self-Regulated Learning (SRL) guidance in asynchronous learning networks on inquiry learning processes.

Professional Endeavors

Assoc Prof Dr . Michalsky's academic career at Bar-Ilan University spans over two decades, showcasing her dedication to education. She started as a Teaching Assistant in 2000 and gradually climbed the academic ranks, becoming an Instructor in 2007, a Lecturer in 2010, a Senior Lecturer from 2014 to 2019, and ultimately an Associate Professor in 2020.

Her commitment to education also extended beyond Bar-Ilan University. From 1997 to 2000, she served as an Instructor at the Open University Israel in the Department of Education and Psychology.

Contributions and Research Focus

Assoc Prof Dr . Michalsky's extensive research focuses on three main areas: the development of students' self-regulated learning, the promotion of teachers' pedagogical knowledge to effectively teach self-regulation, and the design of comprehensive assessments to measure both teachers' and students' self-regulated learning processes.

Her numerous research projects have received competitive grants, with a recent one from the European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction (EARLI) for STEM teachers' capacity to teach self-regulated learning using extended reality.

Accolades and Recognition

Throughout her career, Dr. Michalsky has received several awards and honors, including the Head of the School of Education's Award for Program Enrollee Growth in 2017 and the Rector's Teaching Award in 2012 and 2010. She has consistently been recognized for her excellence in teaching and contributions to Education'.

Impact and Influence

Assoc Prof Dr . Michalsky's impact is evident in her supervision of numerous graduate and post-doctoral students, each contributing to research in Education' Her work has influenced the field, particularly in the development of self-regulated learning and the integration of technology in Education'.

Legacy and Future Contributions

With a wealth of experience, an impressive list of supervised students, and a robust research portfolio, Assoc Prof Dr . Tova Michalsky continues to shape the landscape of Education'. Her dedication to fostering self-regulated learning and promoting effective teaching methods ensures a lasting legacy in the field of Education'. As she continues to lead research projects and contribute to scientific discourse, her influence will likely endure for years to come.

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