Research

My research focuses on enhancing students' physics learning and motivational beliefs in both introductory and advanced physics courses. Specifically, one of my research directions is to investigate students' sense-making processes in physics learning and assist them in establishing connections among physics concepts and their various representations. Another goal of my research is to reduce demographic gaps in students’ academic achievement and motivational beliefs by investigating how to create an inclusive and equitable learning environment in which all students can thrive.

Education

Ph.D., Physics, University of Pittsburgh

M.S., Physics, University of Pittsburgh

B.S., Physics, Nanjing University

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