Dr. Patrick Blessinger is an adjunct professor of education at St. John’s University, a math and science teacher with the New York State Education Department, and founder and chief research scientist of the International Higher Education Teaching and Learning Association (in consultative status with the United Nations). Dr. Blessinger is the editor and author of many books and articles and he is a contributing writer and analyst for several global educational news outlets such as The Hechinger Report and University World News. Dr. Blessinger teaches courses in education, leadership, and research methods. Dr. Blessinger has received several educational awards such as: Fulbright Senior Scholar to Denmark (U.S. Department of State), Governor’s Teaching Fellow for the State of Georgia, USA, and a Certified Educator with the National Geographic Society, USA.