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Lin Lin, Ed.D. Assistant Professor Department of Learning Technologies University of North Texas Phone: (940) 369-7572 Email: Lin.Lin@unt.edu

Research Interest

* Technology-supported learning environments * Ubiquitous computing * Simulations, multimedia, and digital game-based learning * Youth and technology * Technology integration in math, science, language, literacy, foreign language and curriculum studies * Technology integration in teacher education and adult learning * Computer-mediated communication * Online collaboration and virtual team learning * Online teaching and learning * Technology and faculty professional development * Web-based training and e-learning in corporate settings * Interdisciplinary and international collaborations through new media and technology

Refereed Journal Articles

Lin, L. (2008). An online learning model to facilitate learners’ rights to education. Journal of Asynchronous Learning Networks (JALN), 12(1), pp. 127-143. [Special issue distributed by Sloan-C JALN in collaboration with five other international journals: http://www.distanceandaccesstoeducation.org/]

Lin, L. & Cranton, P. (2005). From scholarship student to responsible scholar: A transformative process. Teaching in Higher Education, 10(4), 447-459.

Lin, L., Cranton, P. & Bridglall, B. (2005). Psychological type and asynchronous written dialogue in adult learning. Teachers College Record, 107(8), 1788-1813.

Lopez-Ortiz, B. and Lin, L. (2005). What makes an online group project work? Students’ perceptions before and after an online collaborative problem/project-based learning experience. International Journal of Instructional Technology and Distance Learning (http://www.itdl.org/Journal/Feb_05/article04.htm).

Lin, L. & Cranton, P. (2004). Dancing to different drummers: Individual differences in online learning. Creative College Teaching Journal, 1(1), 30-40.

Lin, L. (1996). Television ratings in the U.S. Journalistic University (Xinwen Daxue). Summer, 52-54.

Lin, L. (1993). An evolving discussion on the application of emotional theories to English class teaching activities. Tongji Educational Research, 1(1), 49-51.

Lin, L. (1992). The research approaches and developing prospects of modern linguistics. Journal of Tongji University (Humanities and Social Sciences Section), 3(2), 25-28.

Lin, L. (1992). On the use of modifiers in translation from English to Chinese. Teaching Yourself English, 11, 25-28.

Book Chapters

Beazley, M., McLeod, J. and Lin, L. (in press). Pedagogical principles, problems, and possibilities in online global classrooms. In J.Voogt & G. Knezek (Eds.), International Handbook of Information Technology in Education.

Holly, M, Arhar, J. & Kasten, W. (2008). Action research for teachers: Traveling the yellow brick road (3rd Ed.). Prentice Hall. [Note: special acknowledgement for “Stepping Stone” section contributions (resources integrating technology as a research tool for teacher research) in the book]

Swan, K., Lin, L. and van ‘t Hooft, M. (2008). Teaching with digital technology. In C. Lassonde, R. Michael & J. Rovera-Wilson (eds.): Issues in Teacher Education. IL: C.C. Thomas Publisher, Ltd. pp. 230-260.

Lin, L. (2006). Cultural dimensions of authenticity. In P. Cranton (ed.): Authenticity in Teaching in Higher Education: New Directions for Adult and Continuing Education No. 111. Jossey-Bass. pp. 63-72. Lin, L. (1997). Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z entries. 21st Century English Chinese Dictionary. Shanghai: Shanghai Foreign Language Education Press.

Lin, L. (1991). Education assessment (translation from English to Chinese). International Education Encyclopedia, UNESCO.

Conference Proceedings and Presentations

International/National

Lin, L. (2008). Multitasking in today’s learning environment: Does technology make a difference? Paper presented at the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)’s 29th Annual National Education Computing Conference (NECC) 2008. San Antonio, TX. June 29 – July 2.

Lin, L. (2008). Can multitasking be learned in a multimedia classroom environment? Paper presented at the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education (SITE) 2008. Nevada: Las Vegas. March 3-7.

Lin, L., Lee, J., & Robertson, T. (2008). So much to learn, so little time: The study of time-critical multitasking behaviors in a multimedia environment. Paper presented at the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education (SITE) 2008. Nevada: Las Vegas. March 3-7.

Lin, L., Lopez-Ortiz, B. & Tipton, M. (2007). Anytime, anywhere, any tool? Technology that supports online collaborative problem-based learning. Proposal presented at The 13th Annual Sloan-C International Conference on Asynchronous Learning Network. Orlando, FL. Nov. 7-9.

Lin, L., van ‘t Hooft, M. and Swan, K. (2007). Teachers can learn from young generations of handheld users. Paper presented at the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)’s 28th Annual National Education Computing Conference (NECC) 2007. Atlanta, Georgia. June 24-27.

Lin, L. (2007). Learning from teenagers: generational differences in the use of new technologies. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association conference: The World of Educational Quality (AERA). Chicago, IL, April 9-13.

Lin, L. (2006). Creating online spaces to enhance teaching and learning. Paper presented at The 12th Annual Sloan-C International Conference on Asynchronous Learning Network (The Power of Online Learning: Realizing the Vision). Orlando, FL, Nov. 8-10.

Cranton, P. & Lin, L. (2005). Transformative learning about teaching: The role of technology. Paper presented at the Sixth International Conference on Transformative Learning: Appreciating the Best of What Is, Envisioning What Could Be. Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, Oct. 6-9, 2005.

Lopez-Ortiz, B. and Lin, L. (2005). What makes an online group project work? Students’ perceptions before and after an online collaborative problem/project-based learning experience. Paper presented at SITE 2005: The 16th annual conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education, Phoenix, Arizona.

Cranton, P., Roy, M., & Lin, L. (2003). Transformation, power, and the shadow. Paper presented at The Fifth International Conference on Transformative Learning, Columbia University, NY, Oct. 7-10, 2003.

Lin, L., & Cranton, P. (2003). Psychological preference and online asynchronous written dialogue. Paper accepted at the E-Learning 2003: World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, & Higher Education, Phoenix, Arizona.

Lin, L. (2002). The Teachers College New Teacher Institute: Supporting new teachers through hybrid new media technologies. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association (AERA) conference, New Orleans, LA.

Lin, L. (1999). A Deweyan approach to thinking of technology. Paper presented at the Rouge Forum conference, Rochester University, Rochester, NY.

Regional and Local:

Lin, L. (2007). Conceptualizing online spaces for online teaching and learning: A theoretical framework. Paper presented at the Texas Computer Education Association (TCEA) Educational Technology Research Symposium, Austin, TX. Feb. 6, 2007. pp. 83-89.

Lin, L., van ‘t Hooft, M. and Swan, K. (2007). What can we learn from younger generations’ use of handheld technologies? Paper presented at The 2007 eTech Ohio Educational Technology Conference. Columbus, OH, Feb. 12-14, 2007.

Hutchison, J. & Lin, L. (2005). Teacher learning: Personalized and contextualized support in helping teachers use technology. Paper presented at The Technology and Learning Symposium, New York University, New York, April, 2005.

Lopez-Ortiz, B. and Lin, L. (2004). Integrating principles of problem-based learning (PBL) into the online course design process. Paper presented at Gigabytes, Ghouls, and Graduate Students: The first CCTE conference on research in technology and education, Columbia University, NY, Oct. 2004.

Invited Presentations

Lin, L. (2005). Conceptual spaces for designing online courses. Presentation to the faculty of Seton Hall University, New Jersey.