Human-centered
Start with people, their contexts, and their real needs.
Educator · Researcher · Technology Enthusiast
Bridging education, technology, and human impact.
I’m Paul Teye, an educator and graduate researcher exploring cybersecurity awareness, AI-adaptive learning, and technology that helps people learn and thrive.
Currently pursuing graduate studies in Systems Information Science at Future University Hakodate, Japan.
FOCUS AREAS✳
01
CybersecurityAwareness · behavior · resilience
02
AI in EducationAdaptive, learner-centered systems
03
Teacher DevelopmentDigital skills · practical training
CURIOUS BY DESIGN● ● ●
IN THE FIELD
Research, presentation and exchange.
Snapshots from academic conferences and research presentations.
My work sits at the intersection of learning, digital safety, research, and community impact.
01 / ABOUT
Education is my foundation.
Technology is my toolkit.
I began my professional journey as a teacher in Ghana, where I saw how education can open doors—and how digital technologies bring both opportunities and risks. That experience continues to shape my approach to research and technology.
Research-led
Use research and evaluation to understand problems and improve decisions.
Practical by design
Turn knowledge into useful learning experiences and community value.
02 / EDUCATION
A journey built on learning.
From teacher education in Ghana to graduate research in Japan.
CURRENT STUDY
2026 — Present
Master’s Program in Systems Information Science
Future University Hakodate · Hakodate, Japan
Graduate study in Intelligent Information Science, developing research at the intersection of cybersecurity education and adaptive learning.
BACHELOR’S DEGREE
2021 — 2024
BSc Information and Communication Technology Education
University of Education, Winneba · Ghana
Best Graduating Student / Valedictorian; GPA 3.91/4.00 across 129 credits.
FIRST-CLASS HONOURS
Earlier study
Diploma in Basic Education
Presbyterian College of Education · Akropong, Ghana
Built the professional foundation for classroom teaching and educational leadership.
03 / FEATURED RESEARCH
Questions that lead to better solutions.
My current research explores how people understand digital risks—and how learning experiences can help close the gap between knowing and doing.
01
CYBERSECURITY × EDUCATION
Between Two Worlds
Examining the Cybersecurity Awareness–Behavior Gap Among Transition-Age Students.
This work investigates the gap between cybersecurity knowledge and real-world protective behavior as young people move toward greater digital, financial, and social independence.
Design direction: an adaptive cybersecurity training experience that responds to learner needs, decision patterns, and practical risk scenarios.
04 / SELECTED WORK
Ideas becoming real-world work.
CYBER / ADAPT
Adaptive Cybersecurity Training
A research-led platform concept for practical, scenario-based cybersecurity learning for transition-age students.
DATA / ML
Predicting Student Engagement
Co-authored conference research on machine learning for predicting student engagement and academic performance in digital learning environments.
GH ↔ JP
@AbroadWithPaul
A study-abroad initiative sharing lived experience, scholarship guidance, and practical insights for African students exploring international education.
AI + DIGITAL SAFETY
Digital Skills & Cybersecurity Training
Teacher-development activities focused on cybersecurity awareness, data protection, and responsible use of AI tools.
05 / EXPERIENCE
Learning through practice.
2024 — 2026
ICT Teacher
Shama Senior High School · Ghana
Taught ICT and supported the school’s ICT laboratory before beginning graduate studies in Japan.
2016 — 2021
Classroom Teacher & Curriculum Lead
Korlieteh DA Basic School · Ghana
Taught English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies; contributed to curriculum planning and teaching coordination.
2019 — 2023
Student & Community Leadership
University of Education, Winneba / GNAT Sutapong Circuit
Served as General Course Representative and youth organizer, supporting communication, coordination, and community engagement.
LET’S CONNECT
Let’s make useful things
happen together.
I’m open to research collaboration, educational initiatives, speaking opportunities, and conversations about cybersecurity and AI in education.
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