Nicolas Fernandez

PhD(c) in EdTech | Learning Designer | Master in Social Research | Psychologist | Certified Coach

Researching, designing, developing, implementing and evaluating impactful learning experiences

About Me

Expertise

  • AI for Education: Designing and implementing AI solutions for learning
  • Human-Centered Research: Driving insights through robust methodologies
  • Adult Learning Principles: Crafting effective educational programs

Achievements

  • 10+ years as Learning Designer & EdTech specialist
  • Project Manager with experience leading global remote teams
  • Research-driven programs recognized by Chile's Ministry of Education
  • Led UNESCO-backed COEDUXII conference
  • Author: "Education for the 21st Century"

Research Focus

  • AI and Adult Education intersection
  • Socioemotional learning in digital contexts
  • Teacher self-efficacy and technology adoption
  • Gamification and motivation theory
1000+
Educators Reached
10
Countries Impacted
10+
Years Experience
500+
Research Participants

Portfolio & Work Samples

AI in Education: Video Presentation

Short-form video content demonstrating communication and presentation skills in EdTech and AI topics.

Interactive Course: Cybersecurity

Developed using Articulate Rise 360 with engaging interactions and assessments.

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Research Report: Profes en Red

Comprehensive evaluation research report with statistical analysis using SPSS and R. Includes quantitative data analysis from longitudinal study spanning 6+ years with 1,000+ educators.

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ADDIE Case Study

Comprehensive learning design case studies using the ADDIE model

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General Portfolio

Learning Designer & Researcher work compilation

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E-learning Content

Course guide sample and instructional materials

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Featured Projects

Profes en Red: Teacher Training Initiative

A Latin American teacher empowerment initiative with a 6+ year longitudinal study on learning impact, reaching 1,000+ educators across 10 countries.

Teacher Training Longitudinal Research SEL EdTech

My Role: Program Manager

Led program evolution through 10+ iterations over 3 years, scaling from 40 to 1,000+ participants across 8 countries. Managed cross-functional distributed team of 12 mentors, facilitated bi-weekly agile ceremonies (standups, retrospectives), and improved team velocity by 40% through process optimization and data-driven decision making.

Key Focus Areas:

  • Socioemotional skills training
  • Sustainable development education
  • Technology innovation
  • Collaborative peer networks
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Ayni-AI: AI-Powered Teaching Assistant

An innovative AI-powered virtual assistant supporting Latin American teachers in lesson planning, emotional well-being, and adopting innovative pedagogical practices.

AI Innovation Virtual Assistant COP29 UNESCO

Impact & Recognition:

  • 20% improvement in teacher disposition towards AI (200 teachers surveyed)
  • 25% increase in educator confidence with new technologies
  • Presented at UN COP29 Climate Conference
  • Integrated socioemotional support with digital pedagogy
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Game Research & Gamification

Applied Self-Determination Theory survey to 500+ Chilean gamers to understand motivations and psychological underpinnings of engagement in digital environments.

Research Gamification Motivation Theory SDT
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Theoretical Framework

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Cognitive Psychology
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Experiential Learning
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Social Learning
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Constructivism
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Multiple Intelligences
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Self-Efficacy Theory
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Motivation Theory
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Self-Determination
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Andragogy
Critical Pedagogy

Publications & Media

Book Publication (2021)

"Education for the 21st Century"

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COEDU22 UNESCO Conference

Socio-Emotional Learning Panel presentation on teacher self-efficacy

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Media Interview

BioBio TV: Benefits of Boredom in Children

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Let's Connect

Interested in collaboration or want to discuss how psychological science and EdTech innovation can transform digital education?