Wei-Fan Chen

Dr. Wei-Fan Chen
Program Co-Coordinator, Information Technology
Professor, Information Technology
Professor, Computer Science
[email protected]
Center for Technology, 003
Penn State Wilkes-Barre
44 University Drive
Dallas, PA 18612
Thursdays, 8:00am – 2:00pm

Dr. Chen holds teaching and research positions in the University College at Penn State University. He is co-coordinator of the Information Technology program at Penn State Wilkes-Barre. Dr. Chen designs, builds, and studies ways for information sciences to enhance thinking and learning. He holds degrees in Computer Science Engineering and Education, and currently his research focuses on the human-computer interaction for cognitive learning.

Dr. Chen is an editorial board member of the International Journal of Engineering Education, where he has guest-edited special issues.

Dr. Chen's research interests include human-computer interaction, especially for cognitive learning for undergraduate students.

  1. Chou, P.N. & Chen, W.F. (accepted). Elementary Teachers’ Perceptions of Engineering Education: A Survey Study in Taiwan. International Journal of Engineering Education, Tempus, Ireland.
  2. Huang, H., Chen, W.F., Xie, T., Wei, Y., Feng, Z., Wu, W. (2021). The Impact of Individual Behaviors and Governmental Guidance Measures on Pandemic-Triggered Public Sentiment: Based on System Dynamics and Cross-Validation. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18, 4245, https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18084245 (SSCI-IF: 3.39).
  3. Hsieh W.L., Signorini, A., Chuang, P.A., & Chen, W.F. (2021). Investigating Students’ Experiences and Perceptions of a Flipped and Adaptive Online Engineering Thermodynamics Class. International Journal of Engineering Education, 37(2), pp. 362-375, Tempus, Ireland (SCI-IF: 0.969).
  4. Xie, T., Wei, Y.Y., Chen, W.F., & Huang, H.N. (2020). Parallel Evolution and Response Decision Method for Public Sentiment based on System Dynamics. European Journal of Operational Research, 287(3), pp. 1131-1148, Elsevier (SCI-IF: 5.334).  
  5. Wang, H.C., Chen, W.F., & Lin, C.Y. (2020).  NoteSum: An Integrated Note Summarization System by Using Text Mining Algorithms. Information Sciences, 513, pp. 536-552, Elsevier (SCI-IF: 6.795).
  6. Yueh, H.P., Wu, Y.J., & Chen, W.F. (2020). Editorial: The Psychology and Education of Entrepreneurial Development. Frontiers in Psychology, Lausanne, Switzerland (SSCI- IF:2.99). https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2020.00027
  7. Chen, W.F., Chou, P.N., Su, Y.N., & Chen, H.Y. (2018). Electrical Engineering Faculty’s Perspectives Towards Integrating Technologies into Teaching and Learning. International Journal of Engineering Education, 34(2A), pp. 381-387, Tempus, Ireland (SCI-IF: 1.12).
  8. Chen, W.F. & Chou, P.N. (2017). Guest Editorial: Current Trends in K-12 Engineering Education. International Journal of Engineering Education, 33(1), pp. 285-286, Tempus, Ireland.
  9. Chou, P.N., Chen, W.F., Wu, C.Y., & Carey, R.P. (2017). Utilizing 3D Open Source Software to Facilitate Student Learning of Fundamental Engineering Knowledge: A Quasi-Experimental Study. International Journal of Engineering Education, 33(1), pp. 382-388, Tempus, Ireland.
  10. Chou, P.N. & Chen, W.F. (2017). Elementary School Students’ Conceptions of Engineers: A Drawing Analysis Study in Taiwan. International Journal of Engineering Education, 33(1), pp. 476-488, Tempus, Ireland.
  11. Chou, P.N. & Chen, W.F. (2016). Epistemological Beliefs of Electrical Engineering: A Case Study. International Journal of Engineering Education, 32(5A), pp.1935-1941, Tempus, Ireland.  
  12. Wang, H.C., Hsieh, Y.J., & Chen, W.F. (2016).  The Effect of Online Peer Assessment in Engineering Education: A Quasi-experimental Study. International Journal of Engineering Education, 32(1), pp.199-208, Tempus, Ireland.  
  13. Hsiao, W.B., Chiu, M.C., Chu, C.Y., & Chen, W.F. (2015). A Systematic Service Design Methodology to Achieve Mass Personalization. International Journal of Agile Systems and Management, 8(3-4), pp. 243-263, Inderscience Online.
  14. Hsieh, P.H., Lee, C.I., & Chen, W.F. (2015). Students’ Perspectives on E-portfolios’ Development and Implementation: A Case Study in Taiwanese Higher Education. Australasian Journal of Educational Technology, 31(6), pp.641-656, ASCILITE, Astralia (SSCI-IF: 1.171)
  15. Chen, W.F. (2015). Guest Editorial: Current Trends of E-Learning in Engineering Education. International Journal of Engineering Education (IJEE), 31(2), pp. 452-453, Tempus, Ireland.
  16. Chou, P.N., Chen, W.F., & Lin, H.T. (2015). An Investigation of Using Wiki to Facilitate Group Composition in Learning Engineering Knowledge: A Quasi-Experimental Study. International Journal of Engineering Education (IJEE), 31(2), 619-626, Tempus, Ireland.
  17. Chou, P.N. & Chen, W.F. (2015). Female Engineering Students' Perceptions of College Learning Experiences: A Qualitative Case Study in Taiwan. International Journal of Engineering Education (IJEE), 31(1), pp. 2-11, Tempus, Ireland.
  18. Xiao, D. & Chen, W.F. (2014). Pre-service Teachers’ Perspectives on One-to-one Computing: A Mixed Method Study. EAI Endorsed Transactions on E-Learning. 14(4), e2, pp. 1-4.
  19. Chou, P.N. & Chen, W.F. (2014). Global Resources in Engineering Education: A Content Analysis of Worldwide Engineering Education Journals. International Journal of Engineering Education (IJEE), 30(3), pp. 701-710.
  20. Chen, W.F. & Huang, J.T. (2012). Guest Editorial: Current Trends in Nanotechnology Education. International Journal of Engineering Education, 28(5), pp. 993-994.  
  21. Chen, W.F. (2012). An Investigation of Varied Types of Blended Learning Environments of Student Achievement: An Experimental Study. International Journal of Instructional Media, 39(3), pp. 211-218.
  22. Chen, W.F. & Chuang, C.P. (2011). Effect of Varied Types of Collaborative Learning Strategies on Young Children: An Experimental Study. International Journal of Instructional Media, 38(4), pp. 351-358.
  23. Chen, W.F., Wu, W.H., Chuang, T.Y., & Chou, P.N. (2011). The Effect of Varied Game-based Learning Systems in Engineering Education: An Experimental Study. International Journal of Engineering Education (IJEE), 27(3), pp. 482-487.
  24. Chou, P.N., Chen, W.F., & Dwyer, F.M. (2011). Effect of Varied Concept Mapping on Students’ Hypermedia Learning. International Journal of Instructional Media, 38(2), pp. 177-186.
  25. Wu, W.H., Chen, W.F., Fang, L.C., & Lu, C.W. (2010). Development and Evaluation of Web Service-Based Interactive and Simulated Learning Environment for Computer Numerical Control. Computer Applications in Engineering Education (CAEE), 18(3), pp. 407-422.
  26. Wu, W.H., Chen, W.F., Wang, T.L., Su, T.J. (2010). A Pedagogical Web Service-based Interactive Learning Environment for a Digital Filter Design Course: An Evolutionary Approach. Computer Applications in Engineering Education, 18(3), pp. 423-433.
  27. Chou, P.N. & Chen, W.F. (2010). Chinese Students’ Perceptions of Online Learning in Western Discussion Boards: A Cultural Perspective. International Journal of Instructional Technology & Distance Learning, 7(2), pp. 35-48.
  28. Chou, P.N. & Chen, W.F. (2009). Understanding Online Non-Native English Speakers: An Acculturation Approach. Educational Technology, Special issue on Culture and Technology. Nov-Dec, pp. 24-27.
  29. Chen, W.F. (2009). Teaching Problem Solving in Engineering Education. International Journal of Engineering Education (IJEE), 25(4), pp. 723-728.
  30. Chou, P.N. & Chen, W.F. (2009). Name-display Feature for Self-disclosure in an Instant Messenger Program: A Qualitative Study in Taiwan. The Journal of Issues in Informing Science & Information Technology, 6(1), pp. 113-126.
  31. Chuang, T.Y. & Chen, W.F. (2009). Effect of Computer-Based Video Games on Children: An Experimental Study. Educational Technology & Society (ETS), 12(2), pp. 1-10.
  32. Chen, W.F. (2009). A Model for Assessing Web-based Simulations in Engineering Education. International Journal of Engineering Education, Special issue on Simulators for Engineering Education and for Professional Development, 25(2), pp. 318-323.
  33. Wu, W.H, Chen, W.F., Wang, T.L., & Su, C.H. (2008). Developing and Evaluating a Game-Based Software Engineering Educational System. International Journal of Engineering Education, Special issue on Trends in Software Engineering Education, 24(4), pp. 681-688.
  34. Chou, P.N. & Chen, W.F. (2008). Exploratory Study of the Relationship between Self-Directed Learning and Academic Performance in a Web-Based Learning Environment. Online Journal of Distance Learning Administration, 11(1), pp.15-26.
  35. Chen, W.F., Wu, W.H., & Su, T.J. (2008). Assessing Virtual Laboratories in a Digital Filter Design Course: An Experimental Study. IEEE Transactions on Education, Special issue on Virtual Laboratories, 51(1), pp.10-16.
  36. Wu, W.H. & Chen, W.F. (2008). Effect of Varied Types of Instructional Delivery Media and Messages for Engineering Education: An Experimental Study. International Journal of Engineering Education, 24(1), pp. 107-114.
  37. Hsieh, P. H., Shouse, R. C., & Chen, W. F. (2007). Rationales of Providing Adaptive Educational Systems in Enhancing Different Learning Style Students’ Reading Comprehension Abilities. Asian Journal of Health and Information Sciences, 1(4), pp.377-392.
  38. Chuang, T.Y. & Chen, W.F. (2007). Effect of Digital Games on Children’s Cognitive Achievement. Journal of Multimedia. 2(5), pp. 27-30.
  39. Chuang, T.Y. & Chen, W.F. (2007). Digital Games for Cognitive Learning: A Pilot Study. Journal of Scientific and Technological Studies, 41(1), pp.17-27.
  40. Chen, W.F. & Dwyer, F.M. (2006). Effect of Varied Elaborated Hypertext Strategies in Facilitating Students’ Achievement of Different Learning Objectives. International Journal of Instructional Media, 33(2), pp.165-175.
  41. Chen, W.F. (2005). Effect of Web Browsing Interfaces in Web-Based Instruction: A Quantitative Study. IEEE Transactions on Education, 48(4), pp. 652-657.
  42. Chen, W.F. & Dwyer, F.M. (2003). Hypermedia Research: Present and Future. International Journal of Instructional Media, 30(2), pp. 143-148.
  • Ph.D. Instructional Systems, The Pennsylvania State University, 2002
  • M.Ed. Instructional Systems, The Pennsylvania State University, 1999
  • B.S. Information and Computer Engineering, Chung Yuan Christian University, Taiwan, 1993