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H. JUSTIN BALLENGER, PH.D.
Morehouse College
Professional And Continuing Studies Division
- Assistant Professor, STEM Education
Education
North Carolina College of Theology
Associate of Arts
Clemson University
Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences
Clemson University
Master of Arts in Teaching, Mathematics and Science Education
Clemson University
Doctor of Philosophy, Curriculum & Instruction (STEM)
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
National Board Certified Teacher
Contact Information
Office Location
Wheeler Hall, Room 309
Office Hours
Tuesday and Thursday
11:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
About Dr. H. Justin Ballenger
Dr. H. Justin Ballenger is an assistant professor of STEM education in the Division of Professional and Continuing Studies at Morehouse College.
He also serves as the Deputy Director of the Atlanta University Center (AUC) Data Science Initiative. He has extensive experience with the implementation of programming that supports the academic development of youth from under-served populations. Dr. Ballenger is a National Science Foundation Quantitative Computational and Mixed-Methods Fellow and Faculty Fellow with the United Negro College Fund (UNCF).
Within the Division of Continuing & Professional Studies, Dr. Ballenger serves on the curriculum development committee and the director of assessment for the Education Department. He also serves as affiliated faculty within the Morehouse Center for Educational Excellence (MCEE).
Dr. Ballenger’s research agenda is focused on the academic achievement of under-served populations and pathways for students from under-served backgrounds to pursue STEM careers both in the United States and abroad. He also engaged with the research related to data science in K-12. As a component of this research, he also investigates teaching practices and teacher preparation programs for STEM educators.
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PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
Atlanta’s Citizen Review Board & Police Accountability
Adofoli, V., Ballenger, H.J., & Vazquez, E. | 2020, Urban Leaders Research Report / Urban Leaders Fellowship
Ballenger, H. J. & Pough, N. O.. | 2020, ASCD EdAdvantage / Association of School Curriculum Developers (ASCD)
Lessons Learned Using Mobile APP Development to Foster Female Students Interest in STEM Majors and CareersEkong, D., & Walthall, S., Ballenger, H. J. | 2018, Transactions on Techniques in STEM Education / ASEE
Building Authentic Relationships, Revised Electronic Course 2nd Edition
Ballenger, H.J., McGrane, G., & Duckenfield, M. | 2018, National Drop-out Prevention Ce
Cultivating STEM Achievement Among Boys of Color
Ballenger, H. J., Burg, T., & Jones, R.| 2016, International Colloquium on Black Males in Education
Bone Tissue Engineering: An Interactive Design Module
Gilmore, J. A., Ballenger, H. J., & Burg, K. | 2016, Science Scope / NSTA
Engaging Middle Grades Students in Bioengineering Modules to Increase STEM Career Choice Indication
Gilmore, J. A., Ballenger, H. J., & Burg, K. | 2014, Institute for Biological Interfaces of Engineering (IBIOE) / Clemson University
Building Authentic Relationships, Revised Electronic Course
Ballenger, H.J., McGrane, G., & Duckenfield, M.| 2013, National Drop-out Prevention Center
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AWARDS AND HONORS
AWARDS AND HONORS
- NSF – Quantitative & Computational Methods Fellow
- UNCF – Faculty Fellow
- African Scientific Institute Fellow
- William Bouey Excellence in Research Award
- I Am B.E.A.U.T.I.F.U.L. Collaborator of the Year Award
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ORGANIZATIONS
ORGANIZATIONS
- Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
Member | 2002 – Present - National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
Member, Program Committee | 2003 – Present - National Science Teacher’s Association (NSTA)
Member | 2006– Present
- Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
Atlanta’s Citizen Review Board & Police Accountability
Adofoli, V., Ballenger, H.J., & Vazquez, E. | 2020, Urban Leaders Research Report / Urban Leaders Fellowship
Ballenger, H. J. & Pough, N. O.. | 2020, ASCD EdAdvantage / Association of School Curriculum Developers (ASCD)
Lessons Learned Using Mobile APP Development to Foster Female Students Interest in STEM Majors and Careers
Ekong, D., & Walthall, S., Ballenger, H. J. | 2018, Transactions on Techniques in STEM Education / ASEE
Building Authentic Relationships, Revised Electronic Course 2nd Edition
Ballenger, H.J., McGrane, G., & Duckenfield, M. | 2018, National Drop-out Prevention Ce
Cultivating STEM Achievement Among Boys of Color
Ballenger, H. J., Burg, T., & Jones, R.| 2016, International Colloquium on Black Males in Education
Bone Tissue Engineering: An Interactive Design Module
Gilmore, J. A., Ballenger, H. J., & Burg, K. | 2016, Science Scope / NSTA
Engaging Middle Grades Students in Bioengineering Modules to Increase STEM Career Choice Indication
Gilmore, J. A., Ballenger, H. J., & Burg, K. | 2014, Institute for Biological Interfaces of Engineering (IBIOE) / Clemson University
Building Authentic Relationships, Revised Electronic Course
Ballenger, H.J., McGrane, G., & Duckenfield, M.| 2013, National Drop-out Prevention Center
AWARDS AND HONORS
- NSF – Quantitative & Computational Methods Fellow
- UNCF – Faculty Fellow
- African Scientific Institute Fellow
- William Bouey Excellence in Research Award
- I Am B.E.A.U.T.I.F.U.L. Collaborator of the Year Award
ORGANIZATIONS
- Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
Member | 2002 – Present - National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
Member, Program Committee | 2003 – Present - National Science Teacher’s Association (NSTA)
Member | 2006– Present