Randles Research Group
About Us
The Randles Research Group is a Chemistry Education Research Group based at the University of Central Florida. Our mission is to probe at student understanding and develop the learning opportunities for K-16 students studying chemistry. We conduct research associated with six broad themes. Those themes are:
- Problem-solving and assessment
- Communities of Practice in Web2.0 learning environments (project on hold)
- The reflective practice of undergraduate learning assistants and graduate teaching assistants
- The use of Multiple literacies and Threshold Concepts models to develop K-16 chemistry and biology curriculum
- Monitoring student mental health in general and organic chemistry courses.
- Using AI assisted Apps to support student academic advising
Grants and Awards

EDU- 2225185 Teachers’ Interpretation, Implementation, and Assessment of Chemistry Information Literacy in K-12 Students
EDU- 2050606 Empowering STEM Teachers with Earned Doctorates: A Noyce Program for Elementary and Middle School Mathematics Teachers
EES- 2421299 Collaborative Research: HSI Implementation and Evaluation Project: Infusing Intentionality for Success by Transforming STEM Gateway Courses at Two HSIs Utilizing AI and Big Data