Courses
Human-Centered Research & Design
In this course, we blend research and creativity to shape user-friendly solutions. Students learn to develop a profound understanding of target audience, harness the principles of user experience (UX) design, and refine problem-solving skills. This course empowers students to build products or interfaces that prioritize user satisfaction and engagement.
Offered: Fall semesters
Human-Computer Interaction and Social Computing
This course is where technology meets human behavior. The students can explore the fusion of digital interfaces and social dynamics, gaining insights into how technology shapes human interactions. This course offers the students to explore digital experiences that bridge the gap between people and technology.
Offered: Spring semesters
Computer-Supported Cooperative Works
Unlock the potential of collaborative work in the digital age with “Computer-Supported Cooperative Works.” Learn how technology enhances teamwork, communication, and productivity. Dive into tools, strategies, and best practices for effective online collaboration.
Offered: in NTNU
Design for Well-being
“Design for Well-being” is a capstone course that explores how to use designs to promote user happiness and health. Grounded in design thinking and user-centered approaches, this course aims to improve well-being in various contexts. This course empowers the students to craft solutions that enhance the quality of life through thoughtful design.
Offered: Spring semesters
Research Methods for the Social Sciences
“Research Methods for the Social Sciences” equips the students with essential tools and techniques for conducting rigorous and insightful research in social contexts. The students learn how to dive into both qualitative and quantitative methods that drive social science inquiries, from data collection to analysis. The students also gain the skills to navigate complex social phenomena and contribute meaningfully to the field of social sciences through empirical research.
Offered: in NTNU
Theories in Communication
This course delves into key communication theories, providing a solid framework to analyze and interpret the dynamics of verbal, non-verbal, and mediated communication. The students gain valuable insights into how these theories shape our world of information and influence.
Offered: in FJU
Research
− TINAS Lab −
The Technology in Networks and Society is dedicated to exploring the intersections of technology and society, with a particular focus on how people use technology to socialize and improve their health.
- User-Centered Research & Design
- Health Informatics
- Computer-Supported Cooperative Work
- Social Media
- Human-AI interaction
− Research Projects −
- Human-AI interactions
- Mis/information
- Technology and Health
- Collaborative activities and technologies
at different scales - Social practices and interactions on social media
- Online or offline community activities
- Various types of users
− Publication −
- HCI Conferences
– ACM CHI
– ACM CSCW
- Top SCI/SSCI Journals
– Communication
– Information Science
Awards
- 2022-2023 | National Taiwan Normal University: Distinguished Talent Award
- 2019-2022 | National Taiwan Normal University: Teachers of Academic Excellence Award
- 2019 | Fujen University: Distinguished Talent Award
- 2014 | Cornell University Department of Communication: Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award
- 2008-2011 | Ministry of Education: Scholarship for Overseas Study (Community Technology)
- 2008-2009 | Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship