Cindy S. York is an Associate Professor of Instructional Technology (IT) in the Department of Educational Technology, Research and Assessment (ETRA) at NIU, with a focus on technology integration in educational practices. Her most recent scholarship includes Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science Education, and Mathematics Education. She has worked for companies like Hewlett-Packard, Compaq Computers, and 3M in instructional design and as a technology specialist. She also has taught 4th and 5th grade. Her courses currently include PhD Seminar courses as well as Artificial Intelligence in Education, Distance Education, Human Resource Development, and Multimedia Design. She received her PhD in Educational Technology from Purdue University in 2010 where her area of study was instructional design heuristics.