PhD Candidate · Educational Psychology & Program Evaluation

Integrating
Research
& Practice

Researcher, educator, and strategist at the intersection of artificial intelligence, self-regulated learning, and technology-enhanced instruction.

10+
Publications & works in progress
ODU
Darden College of Education
AI
in Education research focus
SRL
Self-regulated learning emphasis

About

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I am a researcher, educator, and strategist dedicated to bridging learning theory and technological innovation. As a PhD candidate at Old Dominion University, I investigate how artificial intelligence shapes student self-regulation — and how we can design learning experiences that amplify human potential rather than replace it. I bring nearly a decade of industry experience supporting military-connected learners, and apply that same pragmatism to my academic work.

Research Areas

Human-AI Interaction AI in Education Self-Regulated Learning Nontraditional Learners

Recent Publications

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2026

Adult learners’ perspectives of AI applications in supporting andragogy

Kim, J., Lin, X., Yu, S., & Detrick, R.

2026

Students’ perception of generative AI-assisted collaborative argumentation

Kim, J., Yu, S., Detrick, R., Fan, L., & Li, N.

2026

Healthy habits on campus: A field study of nudge-based interventions to promote healthier food choices

Detrick, R., Kim, J., Lee, E., Touchstone, E., Yu, Y., Jia, M., & Rusli, L.

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