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PUBLICATIONS

  • Chen, S. J., Caropreso, E. J., & Hsu, C. L. (2007). Designing cross-cultural collaborative online learning. In Kidd, T. (Ed.), Handbook of research on instructional systems and technology (Vol. II, pp. 952-971). Hershey, PA: Idea Group, Inc.

  • Chen, S. J. (2007). Instructional design strategies for intensive online courses: An objectivist-constructivist blended approach, Journal of Interactive Online Learning, 6(1). [Online] http://www.ncolr.org/jiol/issues/PDF/6.1.6.pdf.

  • Chen, S. J., Hsu, C. L., & Caropreso, E. J. (2006). Cross-cultural collaborative online learning: When the west meets the east. International Journal of Technology in Teaching and Learning. 2(1), [Online] http://www.sicet.org/ijttl/currentissue.html.

  • Moallem, M., Kermani, H., & Chen, S. J. (2005). Handheld, wireless computers: Can they improve learning and instruction? In C. D. Maddux & D. L. Johnson (Eds.), Classroom integration of type II uses of technology in education (pp. 93-106). Binghamton, NY: Haworth Press, Inc. (Co-published simultaneously as Computers in the Schools, 22(3/4).

  • Moallem, M., Chen. S. J., & Kermani, H. (2005). Using handheld, wireless computers to improve assessment of learning and instruction. Educational Technology, 45(6), 12-21.

  • Moallem, M., Kermani, H., & Chen, S. J. (2005). Handheld, wireless computers: Can they improve learning and instruction? Computers in the Schools, 22(3), 93-106.

  • Chen, S. J. & Hsu, C. (2005). Instructional design strategies for intensive online course. Proceeding of the Association for Educational Communication and Technology International Convention (AECT).  

  • Chen, S. J., Hsu, C., & Caropreso, E. (2005). Cross-cultural Collaborative Online Learning: When the West Meets the East. Proceeding of the World Conference on E-Learning (E_Learn), 1931-1941. ISBN: 1-880094-57-6.

  • Caropreso, E. & Chen, S. J. (2005). Effects of Personality on Small Group Communication and Task Engagement in an Online Learning Environment. Proceeding of the World Conference on E-Learning (E_Learn), 1921-1926. ISBN: 1-880094-57-6.  

  • Chen, S. J., Caropreso, E. J. (2004). Influence of personality on online discussion. Journal of Interactive Online Learning. 3(2), [Online] http://www.ncolr.org/jiol/issues/PDF/3.2.3.pdf.

  •  Chen, S. J., Caropreso, E. (2004). How does personality influence collaborative online discussion? Proceeding of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference (SITE), 2844-2851. ISBN: 1-880094-52-5.

  •  Phillips, C. & Chen, S. J. (2004). Why are online students dropping out? A needs assessment report. Proceeding of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference (SITE), 3001-3006. ISBN: 1-880094-52-5.

  • Caropreso, E. Chen, S. J. (2003). Personality as a Grouping Strategy for Online Collaborative Learning. Proceeding of the Association for Educational Communication and Technology International Convention (AECT).

  • Chen, S. J., Moallem, M., & Kermani, H. (2003). Integrating wireless computer technology into classroom instruction Proceeding of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference (SITE), 1398-1401. ISBN: 1-880094-47-9.

  • Chen, S. J., Caropreso, E. J. (2003). The Impact of Personality on Collaborative Online Learning, Proceeding of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference (SITE), 2371-2375. ISBN: 1-880094-47-9.

  • Chen, S. J., Moallem, M., & Kermani, H. (2002). Proceeding of the Association for Educational Communication and Technology International Convention (AECT).

  • Moallem, M., Kermani, H., Chen, S. J. (2002). Handheld wireless computers: How they can improve learning and instruction. Information Society and Education: Monitoring a Revolution. Proceeding of International Conference on Technology and Education (ICTE), 2, 684-8. ISBN: 84-95251-78-7.

  • Chen, S. J. (2002). Instructional design strategies for summer online courses. Proceeding of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference (SITE), 1981-1982. ISBN: 1-880094-44-4.

  •  Chen, S. J. (1998). We made it: The application of instructional media on a constructive learning environment. Class Management, 3(3), 24-29.

  • Chen, S. J. (1998). The application of task analysis on library instruction. Instructional Technology and Media, 38, 38-45.

  • Chen, S. J. (1998). The effects of pairing learning methods and cooperative training on concept learning. Journal of Pingtung Teachers College, 11, 25-54.

  • Chen, S. J. (1998). The self-designing and application of instructional media: An investigation on the elementary schools in Pingtung city (II). Tribune for Elementary Education, 126, 39-44.

  • Chen, S. J. (1998). The self-designing and application of instructional media: An investigation on the elementary schools in Pingtung city (I). Tribune for Elementary Education, 125, 4-10.

  • Chen, S. J. (1996). The effects of cooperative and individualized learning on mathematics concepts and social interaction.  Proceeding of The Annual Educational Research Symposium for Teachers Colleges in Taiwan, 1, 203-219.

  • Chen, S. J. (1996). The effects of paired learning on mathematics concepts and social interaction II.  NSC Research Report.

  • Chen, S. J. (1994). The effects of cooperative and individualized learning on mathematics concepts and social interaction I.  NSC Research Report.

  • Chen, S. J. (1994). The effects of types of CAI feedback on concept learning and retention.  NSC Research Report.

  • Chen, S. J. (1994). The effects of types of feedback on concept learning, retention, feedback study time, and feedback efficiency.  Proceeding of The Annual Educational Research Symposium for Teachers Colleges in Taiwan, 1, 319- 353.

PRESENTATIONS

  • Chen, S. J., Hsu, C. L., & Caropreso, E. J. (Apr. 13, 2007). In search of an instructional design model for cross-cultural online learning. Paper presented at the annual international conference of American Educational Research Association, Chicago, IL.

  • Hsu, C. L., Wang, H. S., & Chen, S. J. (Jul. 2006). Applying a value-added systems thinking model to construct a web-based professional development program on arts education. Paper presented at the annual international conference of the System Dynamics Society, Nijmegen, Netherlands.

  • Chen, S. J. (Dec. 20, 2005). The Borderless World. Invited presented at the National Taichung University, Taichung, Taiwan.

  • Moallem, M. Chen, S. J., & Kermani, H. (Dec. 15, 2005). Preparing a Manuscript for Publication in an International Journal. Invited presented at the National Taichung University, Taichung, Taiwan.

  • Chen, S. J. (Dec. 19, 2005). Technology for Disabilities. Invited presented at the National Pingtung University of Education, Pingtung, Taiwan.

  • Moallem, M. Chen, S. J., & Kermani, H. (Dec. 15, 2005). Preparing a Manuscript for Publication in an International Journal. Invited presented at the National Pingtung University of Education, Pingtung, Taiwan.

  • Moallem, M. Chen, S. J., & Kermani, H. (Dec. 15, 2005). Integrating Computer-based Technology in Curriculum. Workshop provided at he International Seminar – Workshop sponsored by Institute of Graduate Studies, Central Luzon State University, Baguio City, Philippines.

  • Moallem, M. Chen, S. J., & Kermani, H. (Dec. 15, 2005). Virtual Communities: Promoting Understanding, Learning and Harmony. Invited keynote presentation at the International Seminar - Workshop sponsored by Institute of Graduate Studies, Central Luzon State University, Baguio City, Philippines.

  • Moallem, M. Chen, S. J., & Kermani, H. (Dec. 14, 2005). Designing Technology Supported Learning Environment. Invited keynote presentation at the International Seminar - Workshop sponsored by Institute of Graduate Studies, Central Luzon State University, Baguio City, Philippines.

  • Chen, S. J. & Hsu, C. (Oct. 2005). Instructional design strategies for intensive online course. Paper presented at the annual conference of Association for Educational Communication and Technology, Orlando, FL.   

  • Chen, S. J., Hsu, C., & Caropreso, E. (Oct. 2005). Cross-cultural Collaborative Online Learning: When the West Meets the East. Paper presented at the annual world conference of E-Learn, Vancouver, BC Canada.

  • Caropreso, E. & Chen, S. J. (Oct. 2005). Effects of Personality on Small Group Communication and Task Engagement in an Online Learning Environment. Paper presented at the annual world conference of E-Learn, Vancouver, BC Canada.

  • Chen, S. J., & Caropreso, E. (Apr. 2005). Influence of personality on online learning. Paper presented at the annual international conference of American Educational Research Association, Montreal, Canada.

  • Moallem, M., Summerville, J., Chen, S. J., Lee, K., & Ennis, M. (March 29, 2005). Live E-Learning: Virtual classroom, synchronous tools and web conferencing. Interact Technology Showcase. University of North Carolina Wilmington, Wilmington, North Carolina.

  • Chen, S. J., & Caropreso, E. (Oct. 2004). The effects of personality on collaborative online learning: communication type, task engagement, and communication duration. Paper presented at the annual international convention of Association for Educational Communication and Technology, Chicago, IL.

  • Moallem, M. Chen, S. J., & Kermani, H. (Oct. 2004). Handheld, wireless computers: How they can improve learning and instruction? A half a day workshop conducted at the annual international convention of Association for Educational Communication and Technology, Chicago, IL.

  • Moallem, M. Kermani H., & Chen, S. J. (Apr. 2004). Handheld, wireless computers: How they can improve learning and instruction? Paper presented at the annual international conference of American Educational Research Association, San Diego, CA.

  • Chen, S. J., & Caropreso, E. (Mar. 2004). How does personality influence collaborative online discussion? Paper presented at the annual international conference of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education, Atlanta, GA.

  • Phillips, C. & Chen, S. J. (Mar. 2004). Why are online students dropping out? A needs assessment report. Paper presented at the annual international conference of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education, Atlanta, GA.

  • Chen, S. J., Moallem, M., & Kermani, H. (Dec. 2003). Integrating wireless computer technology into classroom instruction. Invited presentation at Kwangwu Information Technology Center for technology teachers, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.

  • Moallem, M. Chen, S. J., & Kermani H. (Dec. 2003). Mobile technology: An investigation of its potential for improving learning and instruction. Paper presented at the annual international conference of International Conference on Computers in Education, Hong Kong, China.

  • Moallem, M. Kermani, H., & Chen, S. J. (Dec. 2003). Using handheld computers to apply principles of effective instruction. The 3-hour Tutorial was conducted at annual international conference of the International Conference in Computers in Education, Hong Kong, China.

  • Caropreso, E. & Chen, S. J., (Oct. 2003). Personality as a Grouping Strategy for Online Collaborative Learning. Paper presented at the annual international convention of Association for Educational Communication and Technology, Anaheim, CA.

  • Moallem, M., Kermani, H., & Chen, S. J. (Apr. 2003). Incorporating Computer Assistance in assessment: The Use and Benefits of Handheld, Wireless Computers in School Learning and Quality of Instruction. Paper presented at the annual conference of National Consortium of Instruction and Cognition, Chicago.

  • Moallem, M., Kermani, H., Jolly, J. & Chen, S. J. (Apr. 2003). Using Handheld Computers to Apply Principles of Effective Instruction. A half a day workshop conducted at the 2003 UNC Teaching and Learning with Technology conference, Greensboro, NC.

  • Chen, S. J., & Caropreso, E. (Mar. 2003). The Impact of Personality on Collaborative Online Learning. Paper presented at the annual international conference of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education, Albuquerque, NM.

  • Chen, S. J., Moallem, M., Kermani, H. (Mar. 2002). Integrating wireless computer technology into classroom instruction. Paper presented at the annual international conference of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education, Albuquerque, NM.

  • Chen, S. J., Moallem, M., & Kermani, H. (Nov. 2002) Handheld wireless computers: How they can improve learning and instruction. Paper presented at the annual international convention of Association for Educational Communication and Technology, Dallas, TX

  • Moallem, M., Kermani, H., & Chen, S. J. (Nov. 2002). Handheld wireless computers: How they can improve learning and instruction. Paper presented at the annual meeting of International Conference on Information and Communication Technologies in Education, Badajoz, Spain.

  • Chen, S. J. (Jul. 2002). Integrating technology into teaching and learning: Three stories. Paper presented at the annual Technology Symposium for Teachers sponsored by the Bureau of Education, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.

  • Chen, S. J. (Jul. 2002). The integration of technology into curriculum and instruction based on the NETS and NC standards. Invited paper presented at the National Pingtung Teachers College, Pingtung, Taiwan.

  •  Chen, S. J. (Mar. 2002). Instructional Design Strategies for Summer Online Courses. Paper presented at the annual international conference of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education, Nashville, Tennessee. 

  • Chen, S. J. (Mar. 2001). The new era of instructional technology - Distributed education. Invited speech to the faculty and students in Pingtung Teachers College, Taiwan.

  • Chen, S. J. (Mar. 2001). The instructional technology movement in the US universities. Invited speech to the faculty and students in Taichung Teachers College, Taiwan.

  • Chen, S. J. (Aug. 2000). Integrating technology into classroom instruction. Presented at the faculty convocation, Indiana University Kokomo, Indiana.

  • Chen, S. J. (Dec. 1999). Strategic planning for the development of instructional technology in Indiana University system.  Invited speech to the faculty and students in Pingtung Teachers College, Taiwan.

  • Chen, S. J. (Aug. 1995; Aug. 1996; Jan. 1997; Feb. 1998). The new trends of instructional technology.  New curriculum dissemination speeches to elementary school teachers, Kaohsiung & Pingtung, Taiwan.

  • Chen, S. J. (Nov. 1996). The effects of cooperative and individualized learning methods on concept learning and social interaction.  The annual educational research symposium for teachers' colleges in Taiwan, Taitung, Taiwan.  

  •  Chen, S. J. (Sep. 1996). The learning environment design and instructional methods used by American elementary schools.  Pingtung teachers college affiliated elementary school, Pingtung, Taiwan.

  • Chen, S. J. (Aug. 1996). Multimedia CAI Scripting.  The annual conference for instructional media, Tainan, Taiwan.  

  • Chen, S. J. (Aug. 1996). Instructional analysis and design. Annual conference of instructional media, Tainan, Taiwan.  

  •  Chen, S. J. (Jul. 1996).  How children learn computer together?  Symposium of Information month for children, Taipei, Taiwan.

  • Chen, S. J. (Mar. 1996). How to operate and maintain the AV equipment: The basics.  Instructional skill improvement series for mountain elementary school teachers, Pingtung, Taiwan.  

  • Chen, S. J. (Dec. 1995, Jan.1996). Instructional media production: A quick and dirty approach.  Instructional skill improvement series for mountain elementary school teachers, Pingtung, Taiwan.

  • Chen, S. J. (Mar. 1995). The elementary educational system in Taiwan.  Division of Education, Indiana University Kokomo, USA.

  • Chen, S. J. (Oct. 1994). The design of space and equipment for audio-visual instruction.  Instructional skill development conference for elementary school teachers, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.  

  • Chen, S. J. (Apr. 1994). How to teach basic computer courses (BCC) to elementary school children.  The annual conference of CAI association in Taiwan. Kaohsiung, Taiwan.

  • Chen, S. J. (Mar. 1994). The effects of types of CAI feedback on concept learning, retention, feedback study time. and feedback efficiency.  Annual educational research symposium for teachers' colleges in Taiwan, Tainan, Taiwan.

  • Chen, S. J. (Feb. 1994). Producing a slide/tape instructional program.  Instructional media workshop, Pingtung, Taiwan.  

  •  Chen, S. J. (Feb. 1992, Feb. 1993). Instructional media: How to design and development effective overhead transparencies.  Instructional media workshop, Pingtung, Taiwan.

  • Chen, S. J. (Sep. 1992). Formative evaluation of CBT programs.  The annual conference of CAI association in Taiwan, Taichung, Taiwan.

RESEARCH GRANTS

2005 - 2006   University of North Carolina Wilmington, Cahill Research Award Grant. In search of an instructional model for designing a multicultural collaborative online learning environment.

2004 - 2005   University of North Carolina Wilmington, Watson School of Education E-Learning Grant, Cross-cultural Collaborative Online Learning: When the West Meets the East.

2003 - 2004   University of North Carolina Wilmington, Watson School of Education PT3 Research Grant. How Does Personality Influence Collaborative Online Discussion?

2002 - 2003   University of North Carolina Wilmington, Watson School of Education PT3 Research Grant. The Impact of Personality on Collaborative Online Learning.

2001 - 2002   University of North Carolina Wilmington, Watson School of Education E-Learning Grant. Online Course Development: MIT512.

2001 - 2002   University of North Carolina Wilmington, Cahill Research Award Grant.  Handheld Computers and Classroom Assessment: The Effects of Continuous Assessment and Immediate Feedback on Student Achievement and Quality of Instruction.

OTHER GRANTS

2006 - 2007   University of North Carolina Wilmington, Watson School of Education E-Learning Grant, Redesign MIT530 Web-enhanced course.

2005 - 2006   University of North Carolina Wilmington, Watson School of Education E-Learning Grant, Redesign MIT541 Web-enhanced course.

2004 - 2005   Office of the President of the UNC system, MIT Certificate Program Grant. Redesign MIT512 online course to include assistive technology component.

2004 - 2005    Office of the President of the UNC system, MIT Certificate Program Grant. Redesign MIT541 websites to include school related seminars and site visits and to incorporate blended online/live sessions. University of North Carolina Wilmington, Watson School of Education

2004 - 2005    PT3 Grant. Design Technology-based Course: Instructional Video Design and Production.

2003 - 2004   University of North Carolina Wilmington, Watson School of Education PT3 Grant. Design Web-based Online Course: Instructional Design and Evaluation Course.

2002 - 2003   University of North Carolina Wilmington, Watson School of Education Distance Education Initiative Grant. Redesign MIT512 to be a fully online summer course for in-service teachers.

2002 - 2003   University of North Carolina Wilmington, Watson School of Education PT3 Grant. Redesign EDN203 to be a web-enhanced course.

2002 - 2003   University of North Carolina Wilmington, Watson School of Education PT3 Grant. Redesign MIT515 to be a web-supplemental and technology-enhanced course.

2002 - 2003   University of North Carolina Wilmington, Center for Teaching Excellence.  Pedagogy Summer Camp Grant.

2001 - 2002   University of North Carolina Wilmington, Watson School of Education PT3 Grant. Redesign EDN416 to be a web-enhanced course.

2001 - 2002   University of North Carolina Wilmington, E-learning Grant. Convert MIT512, a classroom course, to a complete online course.

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