Hi, I'm Jullia
I study human subjects' needs and behaviors to inspire and inform technology design.
As a former Product Manager, edtech startup Co-Founder and PhD Researcher, I have expertise in AI-generated pedagogical agents, AR smart glass interactions, and
VR experiences.
CV
Skills
Experimental Design Behavioral Analytics Biometrics (eye-tracking)
Human Perception & Cognition Statistical Analysis (SPSS, R)
Education
2020-2025
Ph.D. in Cognitive Science in Education (Specialization: Intelligent Technologies)
Teachers College, Columbia University | New York, NY
2016-2018
M.A. in Instructional Technology and Media
Teachers College, Columbia University | New York, NY
2010-2011
B.Ed. in Secondary Education
The University of British Columbia | Vancouver, Canada
2007-2010
B.A. in Visual Arts and Minor in Asian Area Studies
The University of British Columbia | Vancouver, Canada
Research Publications
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).
Chang, Y.K., Lim, J., & Burkland, J. (2024, December). How can AR-enhanced books support early readers? Exploring informal literacy development through AR design principles, International Journal of Child-Computer Interaction, 42, 1-14.
Awards and Honors
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CHI 2024 Student Research Competition, Graduate Category First Place Winner
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2024 Vice President’s Grant for Student Research in Diversity (Teachers College, Columbia University)
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2024 Dean’s Grant for Student Research (Teachers College, Columbia University)
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2020-23 Ben D. Wood Fellowship, Institute of Learning Technologies (Teachers College, Columbia University)
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2019 Verizon 5G EdTech Challenge Winner
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2018 Adobe Design Achievement Awards, Semifinalist for Social Impact - Web/App/Game Design
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2018 Microsoft Imagine Cup, US National Finalist
Media Coverage
Nov 2019
Mission Unstoppable. “Using AR to Help Kids with Special Needs”
CBS
Sep 2019
Simply Science. Educator and VR/AR Technologist.
CUNY TV
Dec 2018
"Augmented Reality to Help Children with Autism"
TED Talk
Conference Presentations
Jun 2024
"Exploring the Potential of AI-Generated Videos for Learning"
ISTE 2024 | Denver, CO
Jun 2023
"Ways Emergent Technologies Are Transforming Learning Experiences"
ISTE 2023 | Philadelphia, PA
Jun 2019
"HoloLens to Help Students With Special Needs Transition into School"
ISTE 2019 | Philadelphia, PA
Dec 2018
"Discovery Demo"
OEB Shaping the Future of Learning | Berlin, Germany
Jun 2018
“Augmented Reality for Early-Childhood and Special Education”
ISTE 2018 | Chicago, IL
Jun 2018
"Project Briefs: Neurogaming & Health",
A.Project Lab | New York, NY
Work Experience
Aug 2024 – Present
SOLER Student Assistant (Generative AI-Related Projects)
Science of Learning Research Initiative, Columbia University | New York, NY
Spring 2024
Teaching Assistant, PSYC BC1020 - Behavioral Research Methods & Analysis
Barnard College, Columbia University | New York, NY
May 2023 - Mar 2024
Graduate Research Assistant (AR and Reading Motivation)
Teachers College, Columbia University | New York, NY
Jul 2023 - Aug 2023
UX/UI PhD Intern (Financial Services)
Samsung Life Insurance | Seoul, Korea
Feb 2021 - Jun 2022
Senior Researcher (AR Book App PM)
ARpedia (Woongjin Thinkbig) | Seoul, Korea
Dec 2018 - Feb 2021
EdTech Startup Co-Founder and CEO
A.Project Lab | New York, NY
Jan 2012 - Jul 2015
Corporate Planning Associate
Grand InterContinental Hotel Seoul Parnas | Seoul, Korea
Contact Me
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