Publications
Journal (Peer Reviewed) [for paper download, go to ResearchGate]
Wang, C., Shen, J., & Ran, H. (2022). Imagining robots of the future: Examining six-graders’ perceptions of robots through their literary products. Journal of Research on Technology in Education. Published Online. https://doi.org/10.1080/15391523.2022.2030264
Wang, C., Shen, J., & Chao, J. (2021). Integrating computational thinking in STEM education: A literature review. International Journal of Science and Mathematics Education. Published Online. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10763-021-10227-5
Kolovou, M., Shen, J., & Smith, B.E. (2021). Looping into hyperspace: Mechanisms of distributed imagination during a collaborative science fiction writing project. Thinking Skills and Creativity.
Smith, B. E., Beach, R., & Shen, J. (2021). Fostering student activism about the climate crisis through digital multimodal narratives. Journal of Sustainability Education.
Shen, J., Chen, G., Barth-Cohen, L., Jiang, S., & Eltoukhy, M. (2020) Connecting students’ computational thinking in everyday reasoning and programming: Designing a humanoid robotics curriculum for elementary school students. Journal of Research on Technology in Education.
Jiang, S., Shen, J., Smith, B.E., & Kibler, K.W. (2020). Science identity development: How multimodal composition mediates student role-taking as scientist in a media-rich learning environment. Educational Technology Research & Development.
Gao, X., Li, P., Shen, J., & Sun, H. (2020). Reviewing assessments for students’ learning in interdisciplinary STEM education. International Journal of STEM Education.
Sung, S., Li, C., Chen, G., Huang, X., Xie, C., Massicotte, J., & Shen, J. (2020). Why do metals feel cooler? Autocoding constructed responses to delineate learning with augmented reality enabled by thermal imaging. Journal of Science Education and Technology.
Jiang, S., Smith, B.E., & Shen, J. (2019). Examining how different modes mediate adolescents' interactions during their collaborative multimodal composing processes. Interactive Learning Environments. Online First.
Jiang, S., Shen, J., & Smith, B.E., (2019). Designing discipline-specific roles for interdisciplinary learning: Two comparative cases in an afterschool STEM+L program. International Journal of Science Education, 41 (6), 803-826.
Smith, B. E., Shen, J., & Jiang, S. (2019). The science of storytelling: Middle schoolers engaging with socioscientific issues through multimodal science fictions. Voices from the Middle, 26 (4), 50-55.
Barth-Cohen, L. A., Montoya, B., & Shen, J. (2019). Making in the middle: Walk like A Robot. Science Scope, 42 (9), 12-16.
Barth-Cohen, L.A., Jiang, S., Shen, J., Chen, G., & Eltoukhy, M. (2018). Interpreting and navigating multiple representations as central to computational thinking in a robotics programming environment. Journal for STEM Education Research, 1 (1-2), 119-147.
Namdar, B. & Shen, J. (2018). Knowledge organization through multiple representations in a computer-supported collaborative learning environment. Interactive Learning Environments. 26 (5), 638-653.
Sung, S., Shen, J., Jiang, S., & Chen, G. (2017). Comparing the effects of dynamic computer visualization on undergraduate students' understanding of osmosis with randomized posttest-only control group design. Research and Practice in Technology Enhanced Learning. 12 (26).
Smith, B.E., & Shen, J. (2017). Scaffolding digital literacies for disciplinary learning: Adolescents collaboratively composing multimodal science fictions. Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy, 61, 85-90.
Chen, G., Shen, J., Barth-Cohen, L., Jiang, S., Huang, X., Eltoukhy, M. (2017). Assessing elementary students' computational thinking in everyday reasoning and robotics programming. Computer & Education, 109, 162-175.
Shen, J., Liu, O., & Chang, H.-Y.(2017). Assessing students’ deep conceptual understanding in physical sciences: An example on sinking and floating. International Journal of Science and Mathematics Education, 15 (1), 57-70.
Namdar, B. & Shen, J. (2016). Intersection of argumentation and the use of multiple representations in the context of socioscientific issues. International Journal of Science Education. 38 (7), 1100-1132.
Lei, J., Luo, P., Wang, Q., Shen, J., Lee, S., & Chen, Y. (2016). Using technology to facilitate modeling-based science education: Lessons learned from a meta-analysis of empirical research, Journal of Educational Technology Development and Exchange, 9(2), Article 4.
Shen, J., Sung, S., & Zhang, D.M. (2015). Toward an analytic framework of interdisciplinary reasoning and communication (IRC) processes in science. International Journal of Science Education, 37 (17), 2809-2835.
Zhang, D.M., & Shen, J. (2015). Disciplinary foundations for solving interdisciplinary scientific problems. International Journal of Science Education. 37 (15), 2555-2576.
Namdar, B., & Shen, J. (2015). Modeling oriented assessment in K-12 science education: A synthesis of research from 1980 to 2013 and new directions. International Journal of Science Education, 37 (7), 993-1023.
Sung, S., Shen, J., Stanger-Hall, K.F., Wiegert, C., Li, W., Brown, S. & Robertson, T. (2015). Toward interdisciplinary perspectives: Using osmotic pressure as an example for analyzing textbook explanations. Journal of College Science Teaching, 44 (4), 76-87.
Shen, J.,Liu, O., & Sung, S. (2014). Designing interdisciplinary assessments in science for college students: An example on osmosis. International Journal of Science Education, 36 (11), 1773-1793.
Shen, J.& Jackson, D.F. (2013). Measure the volume of a tree: A transformative modeling lesson on measurement for prospective middle-school science teachers. Journal of Science Teacher Education, 24 (2), 225-247.
Shen, J., & Linn, M.C. (2011). A technology-enhanced unit of modeling static electricity: Integrating scientific explanations and everyday observations. International Journal of Science Education. 33 (12), 1597-1623.
Shen, J. , Gerard, L., & Bowyer, J. (2010). Getting from here to there: The roles of policy makers and principals in increasing science teacher quality. Journal of Science Teacher Education, 21, 283-307.
Shen, J. (2010). Nurturing students’ critical knowledge using technology-enhanced scaffolding strategies in science education: A conceptual framework. Journal of Science Education and Technology, 19 (1), 1-12.
Shen, J. & Confrey, J. (2010). Justifying alternative models in learning the solar system: A case study on K-8 science teachers’ understanding of frames of reference. International Journal of Science Education, 32 (1), 1-29.
Shen, J. (2009). Walking out graphs: Multiple representation isn’t enough. Science Scope, 33 (4), 47-51.
Shen, J. & Confrey, J. (2007). From conceptual change to transformative modeling: A case study of an elementary teacher in learning astronomy. Science Education. 91 (6), 948-966.
Shen, J., Gibbons, P.C., Wiegers, J.F., & McMahon, A. (2007). Using research based assessment tools in professional development in current electricity. Journal of Science Teacher Education. 18 (3), 431-459.
Ao, X.Z., Shen, J., & Tu, C.Y. (2003). Mechanism of proton anisotropic velocity distribution in the solar wind. Science in China Series G-Physics Astronomy. 46 (1), 78-83.
Book Chapters
Shen, J. & Wang, C. (forthcoming). Interdisciplinary science learning. International Encyclopedia of Education (4th ed.). Oxford, UK: Elsevier.
Shen, J., Smith, B.E., & Jiang, S. (2020). Integrating multimodal composition technology (MCT) in interdisciplinary learning. In L.C. de Oliveira, A.M. Menda, and Vincentini, C. (Eds.) English language teaching methods, approaches, and lessons. Information Age Publishing.
Shen, J., Jiang, S., & Liu, O.L. (2015). Reconceptualizing a college science learning experience in the new digital era: A Review of literature. In X. Ge, D. Ifenthaler, J.M. Spector (Eds.) Emerging Technologies for STEAM Education. Educational Communications and Technology: Issues and Innovations. Springer, Cham.
Shen, J., Lei, J., Chang, H., & Namdar, B. (2014). Technology-enhanced, modeling-based instruction (TMBI) in science education. In J.M. Spector, M.D., Merrill, J. Elen, & M.J., Bishop (eds.). Handbook of research on educational communication and technology (4th ed.) (pp. 529-540). New York: Springer.
Lei, J., Shen, J., & Johnson, L. (2013). Digital technologies and assessment in 21st century schooling. In M.P. Mueller, D.J. Tippins, & A.J. Stewart (eds.). Assessing schools for generation R (Responsibility): A guide to legislation and school policy in science education (pp. 185-200). New York: Springer.
Textbook
Eltoukhy, M., Barth-Cohen, L. & Shen, J. (2015). Transformative Robotics Experience for Elementary Students Curriculum (1st Ed.).Unpublished Manuscript/In Progress
Shen, J. (2010). A Transformative modeling perspective on the use of manipulative materials for conceptual learning in science education. Unpublished manuscript. View
Presentation (last 3 years)
Sung, S., Huang, X., Shen, J., Wang, Ch., Xie, C., Zeng, Y., & Chen, G. (2020, April). Augmented visual perception—Interpreting thermal sensation with innovative technology. Paper to be presented at the annual conference of American Educational Research Association (AERA), San Francisco, CA.
Kolovou, M., & Shen, J. (2020, April). Looping into hyperspace: mechanisms of distributed imagination during a collaborative science fiction writing project. Paper to be presented at the annual conference of American Educational Research Association (AERA), San Francisco, CA.
Wang, C., & Shen, J. (2020, April). Preparing teachers to teach computational thinking: State of the art and future directions. Paper to be presented at the annual conference of American Educational Research Association (AERA), San Francisco, CA.
Smith, B.E., Shen, J., & Ran, H. (2019, December). Problem solving through narratives: Middle schoolers composing multimodal sci-fis about climate change. Paper to be presented at the Literacy Research Association Conference, Tampa, FL.
Kolovou, M., Shen, J., & Smith, B.E. (2019, June). Imagination in adolescents’ collaborative multimodal science fictions. Proceedings of the 13th International Conference of Computer Supported Collaborated Learning, Lyon, France.
Gao, X., Shen, J., Li, P., & Sun, H. (2019, April). Assessing Student Learning in Integrated STEM Educational Programs. Paper presented at the annual conference of American Educational Research Association (AERA), Toronto, Canada.
Smith, B.E., Kolovou, M., Jiang, S., Ran, H., Torralba, J., & Shen, J. (2019, April). Multidimensional meaning-making: Adolescents leveraging visuals and sounds in their multimodal science fictions. Paper presented at the annual conference of American Educational Research Association (AERA), Toronto, Canada.
Jiang, S., Shen, J., & Smith, B.E. (2019, April). Patterns and trajectories of an adolescents’ participation during an integrated STEM and digital literacies program. Poster presented at the annual conference of American Educational Research Association (AERA), Toronto, Canada.
Smith, B. E. & Shen, J. (2018, December). Adolescents creating digital multimodal science fictions about climate change. Presentation at the Literacy Research Association Conference, Indian Wells, CA.
Smith, B. E., Shen, J., Jiang, S., & Torralba, J. (2018, November). The science of storytelling: Middle schoolers composing multimodal scifis about climate change. Presentation at the National Council of Teachers of English Conference, Houston, TX.
Chen, G., & Shen, J. (2018, June). Student learning of computational thinking in a robotics curriculum: Transferrable skills and relevant factors. Proceedings of the 13th International Conference of the Learning Sciences (ICLS), London, UK.
Jiang, S., Shen, J., Smith, B., & Kibler, K. (2018, June). Examining science identity development in a disciplinary role-taking multimodal composing environment. Proceedings of the 13thInternational Conference of the Learning Sciences (ICLS), London, UK.
Smith, B., Shen, J., Jiang, S., Chen, G., Hamaoui, M., & Torralba, J. (2018, June). Multimodal reflection: Adolescents remixing and sharing their experiences in an informal STEM+L academy. Proceedings of the 13th International Conference of the Learning Sciences (ICLS), London, UK.
Chen, G., Shen, J., Jiang, S., Barth-Cohen, L., & Eltoukhy, M. (2018, April). Linking Elementary Students’ Problem-solving Process to Computational Thinking. Paper presented at the 2018 Annual Conference of American Educational Research Association (AERA), New York City, NY.
Smith, B. E. & Shen, J. (2017, December). Scaffolding multimodal composing to support disciplinary learning. Paper to be presented at the Literacy Research Association Conference, Tampa, Florida.
Chen, G. & Shen, J. (2017, August). Mining Process Data: Assessing Elementary Students’ Computational Thinking. Poster to be presented at the annual International Computing Education Conference (ICER). Tacoma, WA.
Barth-Cohen, L., Jiang, S., Shen, J., Chen, G., & Eltoukhy, M., (2017, April). Elementary School Students’ Computational Thinking Practices in a Robotics-Programming Environment. Paper presented at the annual conference of American Educational Research Association (AERA), San Antonio, TX.
Jiang, S., Smith, B.E., & Shen, J. (2017, April). Peer Interaction in Multimodal Composition: the Story Behind the Scenes. Paper presented at the annual conference of American Educational Research Association (AERA), San Antonio, TX.