People

My research is rooted in the field of Critical Studies of Education and Technology (CSET), focusing on critically examining the complex intersections of technology, society, and education. It delves into how technological discourses are constructed and the power dynamics involved, particularly through the lenses of Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) and critical pedagogy. I am passionate about exploring how educational technologies are perceived, marketed, and adopted, and their implications for social justice and equity in educational settings. My work aims to illuminate the ideological, cultural, and economic factors that influence these dynamics, fostering a deeper understanding of their implications for education.

What students can expect from me?

As an advisor, I foster a supportive and inclusive environment that encourages critical thinking and reflection, grounded in the principles of social justice and critical pedagogy. I am committed to providing accessible, timely, and constructive feedback while respecting diverse perspectives. My approach emphasizes student autonomy, interdisciplinary exploration, and the development of critical consciousness. I aim to prepare students for both academic success and meaningful participation in society, inspiring confidence, curiosity, and a commitment to lifelong learning and social change.

Selected Awards

2023 UTSA Transdisciplinary Team Grand Challenge - 1st place award 

2022 Who is Who at UTSA award

Associations/Memberships

Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education (SITE) 

IOSTE - International Organization for Science and Technology Education 

American Education Research Association (AERA) 

American Educational Studies Association (AESA) 

Brazilian Association of Distance Education (ABED)

News Stories

UTSA researchers expose tech giants’ communication strategies in education (UTSA, 2023) https://www.utsa.edu/today/2023/06/story/researchers-expose-tech-giants.html 

Beyond academic performance: sociocultural and sociopolitical consciousness for a just-just education (UTSA, Dr. Haddad Transformative Talks: Critical Conversations for Teachers podcast, 2022) https://open.spotify.com/episode/0yotSbHslC5xc2w02utye4 

Gestão e as Inovações Tecnológicas para a Educação - Tecnologia nas políticas públicas de educação (UNIVESP, 2022) https://youtu.be/c4ZTOcwAVX8

Courses taught

CI 4311W Technology and Ethics in Society
This course delves into the ethical challenges posed by emerging technologies, from the privacy concerns of digital data collection to the biases inherent in algorithms, and the moral dilemmas raised by AI and robotics. It considers the impact of misinformation, the digital divide, and the ethical use of bioengineering and human enhancement technologies. By engaging in these topics, participants develop a nuanced understanding of how technology both empowers and challenges us, and how we might navigate its complexities in a way that upholds ethical
principles. The course is designed to foster critical reflection and meaningful dialogue, encouraging the participants to connect theoretical concepts with real-world applications.

CI 8147 Critical Discourse Analysis in Educational Research
Language is never neutral. In this course, we examine how it shapes identity, policy, and possibility, determining what counts as knowledge, whose voices are amplified or silenced, and how power and authority circulate through policies, classrooms, and everyday talk. Grounded in theory and driven by practice, participants engage with real data, apply critical lenses, and unpack the hidden dynamics that shape teaching, learning, and society.