Selected Research Projects
Advancing AI Literacy for Families and Schools in Ohio
Principal Investigator (PI): Fan Xu, PhD
Funding Amount: $40,000
Parental and Adolescent Perceptions towards Social Media and Video Games on Academic Performance: A cross-cultural comparison study
Principal Investigator (PI): Michael Glassman, PhD
Funding Source: Graduate Student Interdisciplinary Research Initiative (GSIRI)
Funding Amount: $2,550
Developing Middle Schoolers' Computational Thinking through Pair Programming
Doctoral Dissertation
Instructional Design Projects
Advancing Ohio's English Learners
2022 September – 2024 May
Principal Investigator (PI): Melissa Ross, PhD
Funding Source: Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW)
Funding Amount: $ 1,954,323
Now available: Advancing Ohio's English Learners | Ohio Department of Education and Workforce
Translational Research 101: Understanding CETE's Evidence-Based Interventions
2024 March - present
The Center on Education and Training for Employment (CETE) uses translational research to address societal issues with evidence-based interventions that shape policy and advance best practices across education, workforce development, social justice, and health. This project involves creating e-learning courses to educate the public on translational research fundamentals, CETE's methods, and pathways to becoming a translational researcher.
Credits:
Dr. David A. Julian, Dr. Melissa Ross, Marcie Kamb, Sara Owens, Dr. Fan Xu, Dr. Ana-Paula Correia. Center on Education and Training for Employment (CETE).
Inclusive Hiring Module: Strategies and Tools for Equity and Excellence
2024 May - present
Inclusive hiring is essential for creating fair and unbiased application, interview, selection, and offer processes, especially for candidates from diverse backgrounds. This project, inspired by practices from The Ohio State University's Office of Diversity and Inclusion and adapted for CETE, will develop a learning module on inclusive hiring strategies. The module will provide actionable tools to enhance fairness and inclusivity in hiring, supporting CETE's commitment to equity.
Credits:
Marcie Kamb, Dr. Melissa Ross, Greg Nagy, Sarah DeShon, Dr. Fan Xu. Center on Education and Training for Employment (CETE). The Ohio State University.
Racial Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Getting REDI Curriculum
2022 July – 2023 July
The Racial Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (REDI) movement at the Center on Education and Training for Employment promotes racial equity in daily practices, fostering inclusivity and acknowledging white privilege. The "Getting REDI" curriculum equips individuals with skills for diversity and inclusion in professional and community settings.
Credits:
Dr. Melissa Ross, Dr. Gabrielle Johnson, Dr. Kenyona Walker, Dr. Fan Xu. Center on Education and Training for Employment (CETE). The Ohio State University.
For more information, visit CETE's website.
Community Health Worker Training
2020 February - 2020 December
The Community Health Worker Training Program is an introductory course developed by The Ohio State University that focuses on the roles and responsibilities of a Community Health Worker (CHW) in Columbus, Ohio.
Credits:
Milu Nguyen. Community Health Worker Training Program, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio.
Dr. Ana-Paula Correia and five graduate students: Brock Hertzfeld, Chenxi Liu, Ali Osman, Barbara Price, Fan Xu.
Employability Skills and Supports for Success
2019 September - 2020 January
Employability Skills and Supports for Success is a prototype for a collection of e-modules to be developed by the Center on Education and Training for Employment (CETE) at The Ohio State University. This collection aims to support Ohioans to find job opportunities and increase the employment rate under the current social and economic circumstances.
Credits:- Dr. Ana-Paula Correia, Chenxi Liu, Fan Xu. Center on Education and Training for Employment (CETE). The Ohio State University.
Projects Over 5 Years Old
Basic Mandarin E-learning Course
2018 May - 2018 November
The Basic Mandarin E-learning Course was created for foreign adults working and living in Hong Kong, focusing on essential phrases for everyday use in Mandarin. This e-learning course enables flexible, on-the-go learning via mobile phone, tablet, or laptop. Interactive materials, developed in Storyline, are also accessible offline for continuous learning anytime, anywhere.
Credits:- Jiani Wang, Fan Xu. First Bloom Ltd, Hong Kong.
Introduction to Engineering Insurance
2018 May - 2018 November
This project involved developing a comprehensive series of modules designed to introduce and explain 10 types of Engineering Insurance, detailing their unique features, coverage areas, and application scenarios. The series targeted new employees at a reinsurance company in Hong Kong, equipping them with foundational knowledge to navigate the complexities of engineering insurance. Each module was crafted to enhance understanding of the risks, underwriting considerations, and policy specifics associated with each insurance type, providing practical insights for individuals entering this specialized field.
Credits:- Jiani Wang, Fan Xu. First Bloom Ltd, Hong Kong.
Handling Difficult Customers
2018 February - 2018 June
This practical e-learning course provides strategies for managing anger, fear, and personality differences, along with tips for effectively communicating with challenging clients. While designed for entry-level account executives in advertising agencies, the course is open to anyone interested, as there are no prerequisites. For agencies offering design services, understanding and meeting client needs is essential, and this course equips learners with the skills to handle difficult interactions and build strong client relationships.
Solar System Adventure
2018 Feburary - 2018 June
Dan's Cantonese Journey
2017 September - 2018 February
This video-based mini-course introduces international students in Hong Kong to essential Cantonese phrases through four practical scenarios: dining, housing, shopping, and transportation. Each module covers key vocabulary and common expressions to help students navigate everyday interactions confidently and independently. Through realistic dialogues and situational exercises, learners acquire practical language skills tailored to their immediate needs, easing their transition into life in Hong Kong and fostering a more immersive cultural experience.
Credits:- Fan Xu, Frances Fung, Ronald Tse, Wuxi Li. The University of Hong Kong.
Fraction Adventure
2017 September - 2018 February
This Scratch-based web game module is designed to reinforce classroom learning by providing an interactive activity focused on the fundamentals of fractions. Developed for primary students at Jockey Club Primary School in Hong Kong, the module offers engaging, hands-on practice to deepen students' understanding of fraction concepts through visual and interactive elements. By integrating play with learning, the game encourages active participation, enabling students to visualize and manipulate fractions, improving comprehension and retention. This module serves as an accessible tool for both teachers and students to support math learning in an enjoyable, interactive format.
Credits:
- Anne Hu, Fan Xu, Kam Yuen Law, Yin Yang. The University of Hong Kong.