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H. JUSTIN BALLENGER, PH.D.
Faculty
Professional And Continuing Studies Division
- Assistant Professor, STEM Education
See Also: Dr. Ballenger's Personal Website
See Also: Curriculum Vitae
See Also: Does AI Have a Role in Education (Podcast)
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 113
Office Hours
Tuesday and Thursday
10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Phone Number
(1) 470-639-0343
About Dr. H. Justin Ballenger
Dr. H. Justin Ballenger is the Chair of the Morehouse Education Department and an Assistant Professor of STEM Education.
Dr. H. Justin Ballenger serves as the Chair of the Education Department and Assistant Professor of STEM Education at Morehouse College. His current research and professional practice are centered on the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence in K-12 and teacher education, specifically focused on broadening participation for underrepresented groups.
Dr. Ballenger leads strategic initiatives that foster collaboration in AI integration and STEM education among Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). As a Research Fellow with the Morehouse Black Men's Research Institute (BMRI) and Co-PI for the AUC Computer Science Ecosystem, he works at the intersection of computational literacy and educational equity. His leadership experience includes serving as the Research Lead for the National Data Science Alliance (NDSA) and contributing to faculty advisory teams for the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.
Through his work, Dr. Ballenger is committed to developing innovative pedagogical frameworks that empower future educators to navigate and lead in an AI-driven educational landscape
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COURSES
COURSES TAUGHT
(HEDU 499) Internship for Education Studies Majors
(HEDU 399) Practicum for Education Majors
(HEDU 338) Junior Research Seminar
(HEDU 438) Senior Thesis for Education Majors
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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
- -UC-Berkeley CREEO Quantitative Research Fellow (2025-26):
Fellowship for faculty to develop quantitative research methods. - HBCU-IP Fellow, Michelson Institute (2024-25): Selected for
competitive fellowship on Intellectual Property education. - NSF STEM Seas Fellow (2023): Ship-based experiential learning
fellowship to improve geoscience instruction. - NSF Qualitative, Computational, and Mixed-Methods Research
Fellow - Scholar Strategy Network Fellow (2024 - 2025): Dedicated to
improving public dissemination and policy impact of research. - Edward Bouie Award for Faculty Research (2021): Tift College of
Education, Mercer University. - Collaborator of the Year (2018): I Am B.E.A.U.T.I.F.U.L. Inc.
- Master Teacher Designation (2016): Call Me MISTER Program,
Clemson University. - Mentorship Award (2015): National Society of Black Engineers.
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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
Data Science for Everyone (DS4E)
National Advisory Board
Hines Family Foundation
Executive Vice Chair for Stem Outreach
COURSES TAUGHT
(HEDU 499) Internship for Education Studies Majors(HEDU 399) Practicum for Education Majors
(HEDU 338) Junior Research Seminar
(HEDU 438) Senior Thesis for Education Majors
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
- -UC-Berkeley CREEO Quantitative Research Fellow (2025-26):
Fellowship for faculty to develop quantitative research methods. - HBCU-IP Fellow, Michelson Institute (2024-25): Selected for
competitive fellowship on Intellectual Property education. - NSF STEM Seas Fellow (2023): Ship-based experiential learning
fellowship to improve geoscience instruction. - NSF Qualitative, Computational, and Mixed-Methods Research
Fellow - Scholar Strategy Network Fellow (2024 - 2025): Dedicated to
improving public dissemination and policy impact of research. - Edward Bouie Award for Faculty Research (2021): Tift College of
Education, Mercer University. - Collaborator of the Year (2018): I Am B.E.A.U.T.I.F.U.L. Inc.
- Master Teacher Designation (2016): Call Me MISTER Program,
Clemson University. - Mentorship Award (2015): National Society of Black Engineers.
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
Data Science for Everyone (DS4E)
National Advisory Board
Hines Family Foundation
Executive Vice Chair for Stem Outreach