EDUCATION

Ph.D. Instructional Systems Technology, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana, U.S.A. 2005
M.S. Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana, U.S.A. 2002
B.A. Ewha Womans University, Seoul, Korea. 2000

PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS

Journal Articles

So, H. J., & Brush, T. (2008). Student perceptions of collaborative learning, social presence and satisfaction in a blended learning environment: Relationships and critical factors. Computers & Education, 51(1), 318-336.

So, H. J. (2007). Possibilities and considerations of integrating learning technologies in early childhood special education: A critical literature review. The Korean Journal of Early Childhood Special Education, 7(2), 141-164. [in Korean]

Roh, S. Z. Sol, Y.H., Keller, J., & So, H. J. (2005). Patterns and barriers of instructional media use: A study of elementary school teachers in the United States and Korea. The Journal of Educational Information and Media, 11(2), 191-218.

So, H. J. (in press). When groups decide to use asynchronous online discussions: Collaborative learning and social presence under a voluntary participation structure. Journal of Computer Assisted Learning. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2729.2008.00293.x

So, H. J. (accepted). Is blended learning a viable option in public health education? A case study of student satisfaction with a blended graduate course. Journal of Public Health Management & Practice.

Looi, C. K., Seow, P., Zhang, B., So, H. J., Chen, W-L., & Wong, L. H. (accepted). Leveraging mobile technology for sustainable seamless learning. British Journal of Educational Technology.

So, H. J. (under revision). Towards rigor of online interaction research. Manuscript submitted to British Journal of Educational Technology.

Hixon, E., & So, H. J. (under revision). Technology’s role in field experiences for preservice teacher training. Manuscript submitted to Educational Technology & Society.

Book Chapters

So, H. J., & Kim, B. (2008). Teaching and learning with mobile technologies: Educational applications.
In M. Pagani (Ed.), The Encyclopedia of multimedia technology and networking (2nd edition). Information Science Reference.

So, H. J. (2007). Designing interactive and collaborative e-Learning environments. In Kidd, T. & Song, H. (Eds.), Handbook of research on instructional systems & technology (pp. 595-611). Hershey, PA: Information Science Reference.

So, H. J., Bonk, C., & Wisher, R. A. (in press). A learner-centered perspective on e-Learning: Mounting possibilities. In P. Rogers, G. Berg, J. Boettcher, C. Howard, L. Justice, & K. Schenk (Eds.), The Encyclopedia of distance and online learning (2nd edition). Information Science Reference.

So, H. J., & Lim W. Y. (under review). Essential design features of online collaborative learning. Song, H. (Ed.), Distance learning technologies, current instruction, and the future of education: Applications of today, practices of tomorrow. Hershey, PA: Information Science Reference.

Book Translation (English to Korean)

Reiser, R., & Dempsey, J. V. (2007). Trends and issues in instructional design and technology (2nd ed.). Publised in 2007 by Academy Press, Seoul: Korea.

Schunk, D. H. (2004). Learning theories: An educational perspective (4th ed.). Published in 2006 by Academy Press, Seoul: Korea.

Keynote/ Invited Presentations

So, H. J. (2006). Direct instruction and technology: Integrating behaviorism and constructivism. Invited Talk, The 10th Ewha Special Education Conference, Ewha Womans University, Seoul, Korea.

So, H. J. (2006). Assistive and instructional technology for inclusion in higher education. Invited Talk, The 4th Seminar on Improving Inclusive Education. Korea National College of Rehabilitation & Welfare, Pyongtaek, Korea.

So, H. J. (2006). Instructional strategies for designing interactive and collaborative e-Learning environments. Keynote speech at the 8th Asia Pacific Networking Group (APNG) Camp, Singapore.

Conference Presentations

Seow, P., Zhang, B., So, H-J, Looi, C-K, & Chen W-L. (2008). Towards a framework for seamless learning environments. The 8th International Conference on the Learning Sciences, Utrecht, The Netherlands.

Jacobson, M., So, H. J., Teo, T., Lee, J., & Pathak, S. (2008, June). Teachers' beliefs about knowledge and learning: A Singapore perspective. The 8th International Conference on the Learning Sciences, Utrecht, The Netherlands.

Jacobson, M., Blikstein, P., Wilensky, U., Sengupta, P., So, H. J., Lee, J., Levy, S., & Noss, R. (2008, June). Symposium-Complex systems and learning: Empirical research, issues, and 'seeing' scientific knowledge with new eyes. The 8th International Conference on the Learning Sciences, Utrecht, The Netherlands.

Lossman, H., & So, H. J. (2008, June). A comparative discourse analysis of online and offline Knowledge Building activities. The 8th International Conference on the Learning Sciences, Utrecht, The Netherlands.

So. H. J. (2007, July). Improving young learners’ scientific understanding in CSCL environments. The 11th CSCL Conference, Rutgers University, New Jersey.

So. H. J., Toh-Heng, H. L., & Seah, L. H. (2007, May). Teaching for deep understanding in science: Focusing on the effect of a knowledge building environment. The Redesigning Pedagogy Conference, National Institute of Education, Singapore.

So. H. J., & Toh-Heng, H. L. (2007, April). Fostering a collaborative knowledge building culture: Early successes and difficulties. Paper presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association (AERA), Chicago, Illinois.

So. H. J., & Kim, B. (2007, April). The Complexity of technical pedagogical content knowledge. Paper presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association (AERA), Chicago, Illinois.

So, H. J., & Bonk, C. (2006, December). The roles of blended learning in Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL) environments: A Delphi study. Paper presented at the e-Learning International Conference 2006, Ramkhamhaeng University, Bangkok, Thailand.

So, H. J., & Kim, B. (2006). Conflicts in pedagogical and technical knowledge: Pre-service teachers’ understanding and misconception of integrating technology into PBL lessons. In S. A. Barab, K. E. Hay, & D. T. Hickey (Eds.), The 7th International Conference on the Learning Sciences (pp. 994-995). Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates.

So, H. J. (2006, April). Student satisfaction in a blended learning course: A qualitative approach focusing on critical factors. Paper presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association (AERA), San Francisco, California.

So, H. J., & Brush, T. (2006, April). Student perceptions of cooperative learning in a distance learning environment: Relationships with social presence and satisfaction. Paper presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association (AERA), San Francisco, California.

So, H. J. (2005). The content analysis of social presence and collaborative learning behaviors in a computer-mediated learning environment. In Looi, C.-K., Jonassen, D., & Ikeda, M. (Eds.), The 13th International Conference on Computers in Education (pp.413-419). Amsterdam: IOS Press.

So, H. J. & Kim, B. (2005). Instructional methods for Computer Supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL): A review of case studies. In Koschmann, T., Suthers, D., & Chan, T. W. (Eds.) Proceedings of the 10th CSCL Conference (pp. 607-616). Mahwah, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates. [Best Student Paper Nominee]

So, H. J., Bardzell, S., & Lee, J. (2004). Designing interactive web-based instruction: Examples of three different levels of Web integration. In the proceedings of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) Annual International Conference, Chicago, Illinois.

Bardzell, S., Bardzell, J., So, H, J., & Lee, J. (2004). A model for integrating technology and learning in public health education. In the proceedings of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) Annual International Conference, Chicago, Illinois.

Lee, J., Bardzell, S., So, H. J., & Kim, B. (2004). Lessons learned from development of Web-based interactive learning modules: Issues on problem-based learning and learner participation. In the proceedings of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) Annual International Conference, Chicago, Illinois.

Hixon, E., & So, H. J. (2003). Student experiences in and perceptions of field experiences: Virtual and traditional. In the proceedings of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) Annual International Conference, Anaheim, California.

Roh, S. Z., & So, H. J. (2003). Designing Web-based instruction accessible to all learners. In the proceedings of the 19th Annual Conference on Distance Teaching & Learning, Madison, Wisconsin.

Roh, S. Z., Keller, J., So, H. J, & Sol, Y. H. (2003, April). Patterns of instructional media use: A study of elementary school teachers in the United States and Korea. Paper presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association (AERA), Chicago, Illinois.

FIELS OF INTERESTS

Computer Supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL)
Designing E-Learning Systems
Designing Interactive Web-based Instruction
Virtual Learning Environment
Human Computer Interaction (HCI)

FUNDED RESEARCH

Co-Principal Investigator. Leveraging mobile technology for sustainable seamless learning in Singapore schools (S$1,000,000). IDM in Education. The National Research Foundation. 2007-2010.

Principal Investigator. Designing a collaborative knowledge building environment model for science in Singapore schools (S$50,000). Learning Sciences Lab, National Institute of Education. 2006-2007.

Co-Principal Investigator. Teachers' beliefs about knowledge and learning, leadership, and technology use in Singapore schools: An exploratory study (S$200,000). Learning Sciences Lab, National Institute of Education. 2005-2006.

Collaborator. Ideas First: Developing a model for creating knowledge building classrooms in primary school (S$200,000). Learning Sciences Lab, National Institute of Education. 2006-2008.

SERVICE

Co-Chair. Workshop, Interactive Events, and Tutorials. The 16th international Conference on Computers in Education, Taipei, Taiwan, 2008.
Journal Reviewer. Asia Pacific Education Review.
Journal Reviewer. Computers & Education.
Organizer. Workshop: Knowledge Building research in Asia Pacific. The 15th International Conference on Computers in Education, Hiroshima, Japan, 2007.
Judge. The Brandon Hall Excellence in Learning Awards, 2006.
Proposal Reviewer. The International Conference of the Learning Sciences, 2005.
Proposal Reviewer. The Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association, 2005-Present.
Session Chair. The 13th International Conference on Computers in Education, 2005.
Judge. The Association for Indiana Media Educators Media Fair, 2004.

SCHOLARSHIPS & HONORS

Early Career Workshop, The 11th CSCL Conference, 2007 (travel support from the ISLS and NSF)
Dissertation Grant-in-Aid Award, University Graduate School, Indiana University, 2005
Nominee, Best Student Paper Award, The 10th CSCL Conference, 2005
Graduate Assistantship, Indiana University, 2002-2005
Finalist, Learning Software Design Competition, University of Minnesota, 2001
Full-tuition Scholarship for Academic Excellence, Ewha Womans University, 1995-1999

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES

Teaching / Research

Assistant Professor, 2005-Present
Learning Sciences & Technologies Academic Group, National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University
QED 503/522/DED132 ICT for Engaged Learning (pre-service)
PGHE Planning and Designing Flexible Learning (in-service)
MID 822 E-learning Tools for Training (master)

Associate Instructor
Instructional Systems Technology, Indiana University, Bloomington
R541 Instructional Development and Production I

Instructional Consultant and Designer, 2001-2005
Instructional Consulting and Technology Services, Indiana University, Bloomington
Duties: Responsible for the instructional consulting, training, and design/development of instructional technology projects at the School of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation.

Program Planning in Public Health Education, 2004
Duties: Designed and developed a multimedia CD-ROM taught at Indiana University, Bloomington and Indiana University-Purdue University.

Program Planning Essentials for Public Health Providers, 2004
Duties: Designed and developed a multimedia CD-ROM funded by the Mid-American Public Health Training Center (MAPHTC).

Transition to Teaching with Technology (T3) Program, 2001
School of Education , Indiana University, Bloomington
Duties: Conducted a needs analysis of the T3 Program, and provided recommendations to improve the program

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

The American Educational Research Association (AERA)
The International Society of the Learning Sciences (ISLS)
The Asia-Pacific Society for Computers in Education(APSCE)