Haesol Bae
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Haesol Bae is an emerging scholar in the field of AI education and learning sciences, whose research focuses on how middle school students develop conceptual understanding of artificial intelligence. Her most-cited work, "Exploring middle school students’ common naive conceptions of Artificial Intelligence concepts, and the evolution of these ideas" (2023, 79 citations), provides critical insights into the preconceptions and misconceptions that young learners bring to AI topics, and how these ideas evolve through instruction. This foundational study has become a key reference for educators and curriculum designers seeking to create developmentally appropriate AI literacy programs. Bae’s research bridges cognitive science and educational technology, offering evidence-based strategies for teaching complex AI concepts to novice learners. Her work is particularly notable for its emphasis on identifying and addressing naive conceptions—a crucial step in fostering deeper, more accurate understanding. With growing recognition in the AI education community, Bae is helping shape how the next generation learns about and interacts with intelligent systems, making her a vital voice in the ongoing effort to democratize AI knowledge.
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