Research Associates
Jingya is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Instructional Technology and Media at Teachers College, Columbia University, with an expected graduation date in May 2024. Her research focuses on museum education, educational games, game-based learning, and learning science and technology. With three years of experience in media and advertising, Jingya transitioned her career to education and technology, aiming to create innovative and effective learning experiences.
Jingya is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Instructional Technology and Media at Teachers College, Columbia University, with an expected graduation date in May 2024. Her research focuses on museum education, educational games, game-based learning, and learning science and technology. With three years of experience in media and advertising, Jingya transitioned her career to education and technology, aiming to create innovative and effective learning experiences.
Dr. Chen Wang is an international award-winning pianist who has been giving performances in numerous countries. She is a Vice President of the arts of the Young Global Leadership Foundation with its UN NGO special consultative status (New York), a Vice Chairman and guest artist of Australian International Culture Industries (Sydney), a signed artist with Ivory Classics (California), a Piano Instructor at Teachers College, Columbia University, a Steinway Piano Teacher, and an Arts Education Program Manager at the Center on Chinese Education. In 2018, she received the Global Youth Leadership Award at the United Nations Headquarters. In 2022, she initiated the Journey to Love and Peace Piano world concert tour, which started at Carnegie Hall and had support from United Nations NGOs and international organizations. Besides, Wang is a dedicated teacher who has helped her students achieve admission to prestigious universities and conservatories in China and the United States.
Dr. Chen Wang is an international award-winning pianist who has been giving performances in numerous countries. She is a Vice President of the arts of the Young Global Leadership Foundation with its UN NGO special consultative status (New York), a Vice Chairman and guest artist of Australian International Culture Industries (Sydney), a signed artist with Ivory Classics (California), a Piano Instructor at Teachers College, Columbia University, a Steinway Piano Teacher, and an Arts Education Program Manager at the Center on Chinese Education. In 2018, she received the Global Youth Leadership Award at the United Nations Headquarters. In 2022, she initiated the Journey to Love and Peace Piano world concert tour, which started at Carnegie Hall and had support from United Nations NGOs and international organizations. Besides, Wang is a dedicated teacher who has helped her students achieve admission to prestigious universities and conservatories in China and the United States.
Yuqi Zheng is an M.A. student in the International Educational Development program at the Teachers College, Columbia University. Currently, she is the research associate and program manager at the Center on Chinese Education. She specializes in this program's human rights, emergencies, and peacebuilding cluster. Her previous academic experiences in Educational Studies and Religion contribute to her pursuit of finding ways to humanize education. Currently, her research interests include fostering holistic educational experiences for disadvantaged children in China, decolonizing curriculum and pedagogy in China, and constructing mutual understanding between East and West.
Yuqi Zheng is an M.A. student in the International Educational Development program at the Teachers College, Columbia University. Currently, she is the research associate and program manager at the Center on Chinese Education. She specializes in this program's human rights, emergencies, and peacebuilding cluster. Her previous academic experiences in Educational Studies and Religion contribute to her pursuit of finding ways to humanize education. Currently, her research interests include fostering holistic educational experiences for disadvantaged children in China, decolonizing curriculum and pedagogy in China, and constructing mutual understanding between East and West.
Zilu Zhong is an Education Policy and Social Analysis MA candidate at Teachers College, Columbia University, specializing in Sociology and Education. Currently, her research interest include mass education, education inequalities, social mobility, teacher expectations, and gender inequalities. With a rich background in research and educational studies, she is passionate about leveraging social analysis and policy development to enhance educational outcomes and address systemic issues.
Zilu Zhong is an Education Policy and Social Analysis MA candidate at Teachers College, Columbia University, specializing in Sociology and Education. Currently, her research interest include mass education, education inequalities, social mobility, teacher expectations, and gender inequalities. With a rich background in research and educational studies, she is passionate about leveraging social analysis and policy development to enhance educational outcomes and address systemic issues.
You Wang graduated with a Master’s degree in Communication and Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, in May 2024. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. Her research focuses on the effective integration of new media and education, exploring how modern technology can enhance learning experiences and educational outcomes. Currently, You Wang serves as a Communication and Event Coordinator, combining her background in media and education to create impactful communication strategies and events.
You Wang graduated with a Master’s degree in Communication and Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, in May 2024. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. Her research focuses on the effective integration of new media and education, exploring how modern technology can enhance learning experiences and educational outcomes. Currently, You Wang serves as a Communication and Event Coordinator, combining her background in media and education to create impactful communication strategies and events.
Zhihuan Shao is a doctoral candidate in the Mathematics Education Program at Teachers College, Columbia University. His research interests focus on mathematics learning anxiety and the integration of new technologies in mathematics education. He is committed to exploring how to help students understand and overcome the emotional and psychological barriers when learning mathematics by integrating new technologies, such as artificial intelligence and digital tools. His academic work aims to combine traditional teaching methods with cutting-edge educational technologies to create a more inclusive and effective learning environment and promote students' learning experiences and outcomes.
Zhihuan Shao is a doctoral candidate in the Mathematics Education Program at Teachers College, Columbia University. His research interests focus on mathematics learning anxiety and the integration of new technologies in mathematics education. He is committed to exploring how to help students understand and overcome the emotional and psychological barriers when learning mathematics by integrating new technologies, such as artificial intelligence and digital tools. His academic work aims to combine traditional teaching methods with cutting-edge educational technologies to create a more inclusive and effective learning environment and promote students' learning experiences and outcomes.