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Chun Hu

Senior Lecturer
CoCo Research Centre
Education Building, A35, Rm. 247
University of Sydney, NSW 2006, Australia
Tel. +61 2 9351-6339
c.hu@edfac.usyd.edu.au

Dr. Hu is Course Convenor for the Master of Learning Science & Technology Program

I started as a high school teacher teaching English as a Foreign Language. Later, I worked as a school administrator, researcher, and teacher educator. I became interested in the use of media/technology for learning while working towards my Masters degree at Stanford University. After Stanford, I went to Columbia University in New York City and obtained my doctoral degree there. My current research interests include the impact of using ICT on learning, blended learning, ICT and teacher education, and the teacher learning community.

Selected Publications

Book Chapters

Hu, C., Wong, A., Cheah, H.M., & Wong, P. (In press). Patterns of email use by teachers and implications: A Singapore experience. Computers & Education

Hu, C. (forthcoming). When cultures meet in blended learning. In E. Ng (Ed). Comparative blended learning practices and environments: cultural, disciplinary and gender perspective. Hershey, PA: IGI Global.

Hu, C. (2008). Introduction to blended learning: a literature review. In Thanasingam, S. & Soong, A. (Eds.) Integrating blended-scaffolded learning design into curriculum: The SCBC model. Singapore: Pearson Education.

Wang, Q.Y., & Hu, C. (2005). Developing educational systems by following the developmental research approach. In F.L. Lee & H, Yang (Eds.), Computer educational systems development and research: Approaches and cases (pp.38-47). Beijing: Beijing Jiaotong University Press.

Hu, C. & Tan, S.C. (2003). Using IT for collaborative learning. In S.C. Tan & A. Wong (Eds.). Teaching and Learning with Technology: Theory and Practice - an Asia-Pacific Perspective. Singapore: Pearson Education, 199-214.

Tan, S.C & Hu, C. (2003). IT and assessment. In S.C. Tan & A. Wong (Eds.). Teaching and Learning with Technology: Theory and Practice - an Asia-Pacific Perspective. Singapore: Pearson Education, 90-104.

Hu, C. & Wong, P. (2000). Preservice teachers use it to present scenarios for problem-based learning. In Tan, O. S, Little, P., Hee, S. Y., & Conway, J. (Ed.). Problem-Based Learning: Educational Innovation Across Disciplines, 77-85. Singapore: Temasek Centre for Problem-Based Learning.

Hu, C. & Cheung, W.S. (2000). IT and early childhood education. In Chua, C. L (Ed.). Creative Thinking and Information Technology Series 3. Singapore: SNP Publishing. (In Chinese)

Hu, C. (2000). Cooperative learning and IT. In M. Williams (Ed.) Integrating Technology into Teaching and Learning - An Asia-Pacific Perspective. Singapore: Pearson Education, 167-182.

Refereed journal articles

Hu, C. & Soong, A.K.F. (2007). Beyond electronic brochures: an analysis of Singapore primary school websites. Educational Media International, 44(1), 33-42.

Hu, C. & Wong, A. (2006) Video conferencing by student teachers: does it make any difference? New Horizons in Education, 53, 42-56.

Ng, B.K. & Hu, C. (March, 2006). Use web-based simulation to learn trigonometric curves, International Journal for Mathematics Teaching and Learning, http://www.cimt.plymouth.ac.uk/journal/default.htm

Hu, C., Sharpe, L., Crawford, L. & A. Wong. (2005). Conversational learning via video conferencing and video clips: a Singapore case. Advanced Technology for Learning, 2(2), 87-96.

Sharpe, L. & Hu, C. (2005). Talk during teaching practicum. Brunei Journal of Education, 10, 20-35.

Wang, K., Clement K. Wang, C. & Hu, C. (2005). Analytic hierarchy process with fuzzy scoring in evaluating multidisciplinary R&D projects in China. IEEE Transactions On Engineering Management, 52(1), 119-129.

Hung, D., Cheah, H.M., Hu, C. & Cheung, W.S. (2004). Engaged learning: an authentic experience. Teaching and Learning. 25(1), 1-18.

Hung, D., Tan, S.C., Cheung, W.S., Hu, C. (2004). Supporting problem solving with case-stories learning scenario and video-based collaborative learning technology. Educational Technology and Society. 7(2), 120-128.

Seow, J. & Hu, C. (2003). Students views on the feedback used in Math Explorer. Teaching and Learning. 24(1), 45-54.

Tan, S.C., Hu, C., Wong, P., & Wettasinghe, M. (2003). Technology-enhanced instruction: a holistic approach. Educational Technology & Society, 6(1), 96-104.

Sharpe, L, Hu, C, Crawford, L., Moo, S.N., Gopinathan, S., Khine, M & Wong, Angela F.L. (2003). Enhancing multipoint desktop video conferencing with lesson video clips: recent developments in preservice teaching practice in Singapore, Teaching and Teacher Education. 19, 529-541.

Cheung, W.S. & Hu, C. (2002). Use of computer technology in childcare centers. SACD Review (Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, Singapore), 11(1), 26-35.

Lim, C., Hung, D., Wong, P. & Hu, C. (2002). Pedagogical design of ICT integration in online learning: A case study. International Journal of Instructional Media. 31(1). 25-30.

Lourdusamy, A., Hu, C. & Wong, P. (2001). Impact of a hand-held wireless electronic device on Science and Mathematics teaching-learning environment. Journal of Science and Mathematics Education in Southeast Asia. 24(2), 51-66.

Crawford, L., Sharpe, L, Hu, C., L., Moo, S.N., Gopinathan, S., & Wong, A.F.L. (2001). Multipoint Desktop Videoconferencing in Teacher Education: Preliminaries Problems and Progress. Asia Pacific Journal of Teacher Education. 30(1), 67-78.

Hu, C, Sharpe, L, Crawford, L., Moo, S.N., Gopinathan, S., & Wong, Angela F.L. (2000). Using Lesson Video Clips via MDVC to Facilitate Reflective Practice. Journal of Information Technology for Teacher Education. 9(3), 377-388.

Wang, K. & Hu, C. (2000). Convergence and Integration of East Asian Economies. Foresight Journal of Futures Studies, Strategic Thinking and Policy, 2(1), 69-83.

Sharpe, L, Hu, C, Crawford, L., Moo, S.N., Gopinathan, S., & Wong, Angela F.L. (2000). Multipoint Desktop Videoconferencing as a Collaborative Learning Tool for Student Teachers: A Singapore Experience. Educational Technology, 40(5), 61-63.

Fully refereed conference papers

Thanasingam, S., Soong, A. & Hu, C. (2008). The impact of a spring cycle blended curriculum model on learning. ASCILITE 2008 (2-5 December, Melbourne). http://www.ascilite.org.au/conferences/melbourne08/procs/thanasingam.pdf

Weinel, M. & Hu, C. (2007). Social presence and student perceptions in the blend of synchronous and asynchronous communication forms. In J.M. Spector, D., Sampson, T. Okamoto, Kinshuk, S. Cerri, M. Ueno, & Kashihara, (Eds). Proceeding of the 7th IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies. The 7th IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies (July 18-20, Niigata, Japan), 701-703.

Hu, C. (2007). ‘Here are my best online contributions and why’ – students’ perceptions of good online participation. In R. J. Atkinson, C. McBeath, C. Soong, & C. Cheers (Eds) ICT: Providing choices for learners and learning proceedings of ASCILITE 2007 (2-5 December, Singapore), 410-417.

Hu, C. & Weinel, M. (2006). Reflective practice in lesson design. In L. Markauskaite, P. Goodyear & P. Reimann (Eds) Who's Learning? Whose Technology? (pp. 363-366). ASCILITE 2006, Sydney, 4-6 December 2006.

Hu, C. (2005). Student teachers talk during teaching practice: impact and implications. Paper at Annual Conference of the Australian Association for Educational Research, Sydney, 28-30 November 2005.

Hu, C. (2005). Teacher as designers? Rethinking of preservice teachers making multimedia learning packages, Paper at ASCILITE 2005, Brisbane, Queensland, 4-7 December, 2005, 281-7.

Soong, S. & Hu, C. (2005). Impact of lunch and learn sessions on faculty's use of asynchronous online discussion. In P. Kommers & G. Richards (Eds.), Proceedings of World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia and Telecommunications 2005 (pp. 2699-2703). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.

Hu, C., Wong, P., Cheah, HM., Wong, A., & D'Rozario, V. (2004). An evaluation of a teacher training institution's effort in preparing preservice teachers in the use of ICT. Ed Media Conference 2004 - World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia & Telecommunications, (21-26 June, Lugano, Switzerland).

Wang, Q.Y. & Hu, C. (2003). A case of exploring a mixed delivery approach of e-learning. Global Chinese Conference on Computer in Education, 7th International Conference. (9-10 November, Nanjing, China). 294-297.

Hu, C., Sharpe, L., Crawford, L. Khine, M.S., Moo, S. N. & Wong, A. (2003). Use videoconferencing for reflective practice by student teachers. Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education, 14th International Conference. (24-29 March, Albuquerque, New Mexico, US). 1892-1895.

Hu, C. Wong, A., Sharpe, L., Crawford, L. Gopinathan, S., Khine, M.S. & Moo, S. N. (2002). Building a learning community via videoconferencing. *International Conference on Computers in Education. (3-6 December, Auckland, New Zealand).

Hu, C. Wong, A., Sharpe, L., Crawford, L. Gopinathan, S., Moo, S. N. & Khine, M.S. (2001). Multipoint Desktop Videoconferencing for Teacher Training: A Singapore Experience. Ed Media Conference 2001. (25-30 June, Tempere, Finland). 792-797. ISBN:1-880094-42-8.

Hu, C., Wong, P., Cheung, W.S., Hung, D., Diva, S. & Tee, S.L. (1999). Challenges Faced in Implementing PBL at Primary School: Lessons Learned from a Pilot Study in Singapore. The 1st Asia Pacific Conference on Problem-Based Learning (December, Hong Kong), 389-398. ISBN 962-85055-3-X.

Hu, C. & Wang, K. (1999). Social and Economic Aspects of Internet Access: China Experience (1997-1999). Proceedings of Conference on Information Technology in Asia, International Federation for Information Technology (September, Kuchin, Malaysia), 378-390.

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