Zhongrui Yao

How Did You Join the ISLT Program at FSU?

In 2012, I submitted my applications to the ISLT program. I really appreciated the offer made by FSU. I really like Mary Kate and faculty especially Vanessa in our ISLT program. I had a wonderful doctoral journey with our MEME group led by Vanessa at FSU.  

Introduction

Hello, my name is Zhongrui (Ray) Yao. I earned my Ph.D. degree from ISLT at FSU in May 2020. I am originally from Henan Province, China. I studied Educational Technology for my B.S at Henan Normal University and Distance Education for my M.S at Beijing Normal University. I pursued my Ph.D. degree right after I obtained my master’s degree. I am currently working as an instructional designer at Fort Hays State University, Hays, Kansas. I am working from home in Saint Louis, MO. On a personal note, I enjoy reading books and watch good movies.  

Research Interests

My research interests lie in online community hosted on social media, social media for active learning, online discussions, self-regulated learning, and open educational resources. In my dissertation project, I studied on faculty-librarian OER partnerships in adopting and developing OERs.  

Projects

Zhong, L., Chen, H., Yao, Z., Tao, H., Wang, X.X. & Li, Y. (2019) Leading Learning for change: Commenting and reflecting on AECT 2018 International Convention. Journal of Distance Education, (1). 3-16.  

Chen, H., Yao, Z., Zhong, L., Zai, X., Wang, X.X. & Xie, L. (2018) Leading Learning for change: Commenting and reflecting on AECT 2017 International Convention. Journal of Distance Education, 36(1). 3-17.  

Xu, T., Yu, Y. & Yao, Z. (2015). Research on MOOC Pedagogy in the View of SWOT Analysis – A Questionnaire Survey from a Foreign Language College. Modern Educational Technology, 25 (9), 51-57.  

He, W., Chen, Q., Yao, Z., Shi, P. (2012). Teacher Training in Online College: an Investigation. Distance Education in China, 8, 60-64.  

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