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JOHN SIMPSON, PhD, MA, Hons. BA

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solving challenging problems and collaborating on interesting ideas in the digital humanities.

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WHO I AM

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University Instructor

I am an experienced and award winning instructor who has taught across a wide range of topic areas, including: philosophy of computing; philosophy of science; game theory; logic, community service-learning; and humanities computing.  I lead active classes, combining summary lectures with in-class collaborative assignments.

Enthusiast

I am a Dvorak keyboard user who appreciates cleverness in all forms.  On my desk you'll find a useless machine and a Russian VFD clock.  I carry a multi-tool everywhere and regularly void warranties.

Postdoctoral Fellow

I am currently a postodoctoral fellow at the University of Alberta working in the digital humanities.  In this role I am able to combine my PhD in Philosophy with my computer progamming  and project management  skills to work on some great projects.

I am contributing to this rising discipline by applying my background in Philosophy and Computing by questioning current practices and methodologies .  Current research is focused on the semantic web and data visualizations.

I have been the director and a princpal creative force behind this summer day camp since its inception in 2009.  This camp provides "adventures in ideas for curious children" by using activities to stimulate questions that our counsellors are trained to facilitate into natural discussions.

I am currently the advisor to the 25th Edmonton Medical Venturers and a lead trainer with Scouts Canada's Northern Lights Countcil.  In these roles I actively work to inspire others, often through the use of more than a dash of fire.

Digital Humanist Eurekamp Director Scout Leader & Trainer

CONTACT ME

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john.simpson@ualberta.ca