Jennifer Qian

Qian, Y. (Authored) (2026). Synthetic intelligence: Transforming pedagogy with AI. Emerald Publishing. [In production]

Qian, Y. (Ed.) (2020). Teaching, learning, and leading with computer simulations. Hershey, PA: IGI Global.

Kennedy, E., & Qian, Y. (Eds.) (2020). Advancing educational research with emerging technology. Hershey, PA: IGI Global.

Qian, Y., & Huang, G. (Eds.) (2019). Technology leadership for innovation in higher education. Hershey, PA: IGI Global.

Qian, Y. (Ed.) (2018). Integrating multi-user virtual environments in modern classrooms. Hershey, PA: IGI Global.

Qian, Y. (2025). Prompt engineering in education: A systematic review of approaches and educational applications. Journal of Educational Computing Research, 63(7/8), 1782–1818.
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/07356331251365189

Qian, Y. (2025). Pedagogical applications of generative AI in higher education: A systematic review of the field. TechTrends, 69, 1105–1120. https://doi-org.libezp.lib.lsu.edu/10.1007/s11528-025-01100-1

Qian, Y., & Hassan, R. (2025). AI-integrated instructional design in higher education: A systematic exploration of tools, roles, and challenges. Contemporary Issues in Technology and Teacher Education, 25(4). https://citejournal.org/volume-25/issue-4-25/general/ai-integrated-instructional-design-in-higher-education-a-systematic-exploration-of-tools-roles-and-challenges

Jafari, A., Gary-Bicas, E., C., Qian, Y., Webb, A. M., Zhu, Y., & Jamerson, J. (2025). Building beyond Earth: A roadmap for human-robot collaboration and workforce development in extraterrestrial construction. Frontiers in Space Technologies, 6, 1701442. https://doi.org/10.3389/frspt.2025.1701442

Jafari, A., Qian, Y., Webb, A., & Zhu, Y. (2024). Fostering computational thinking through virtual reality to enhance human-robot collaboration: A technological-pedagogical framework. International Journal of Innovative Teaching and Learning in Higher Education, 5(1), 1-17. https://doi.org/10.4018/IJITLHE.367326

Thompson, C.B., & Qian, Y. (2019). The impact of a comprehensive program on college success of academically and socioeconomically disadvantaged students. Journal of International Education and Practice, 2(2/3), 1-17. https://doi.org/10.30564/jiep.v2i2and3.1161

Qian, Y. (2019). Technology-enabled innovation for academic transformation in higher education. In Y. Qian, & G. Huang (Eds.), Technology leadership for innovation in higher education (pp. 132-164). IGI Global. DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-7769-0.ch006

Qian, Y. (2017). Computer simulations in higher education: Affordances, opportunities, and outcomes. In P. Vu, S. Fredrickson, & C. Moore (Eds.), Handbook of research on innovative pedagogies and technologies for online learning in higher education (pp. 236-262). IGI Global. DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-1851-8.ch011

Qian, Y. (2015). 3D multi-user virtual environments in science education: Potential and challenges. In T. Heafner, R. Hartshorne, & T. Petty (Eds.), Exploring the effectiveness of online education in K-12 environments (pp. 302-324). IGI Global. DOI: 10.4018/978-1-4666-6383-1.ch015

Komarnicki, J., & Qian, Y. (2015). How do they fare: Learning achievement and satisfaction with blended learning for traditional-age undergraduates at moderately selective colleges. In A. Grant (Ed.), Critical examinations of distance education: Transformation across disciplines (pp. 178-195). IGI Global. DOI: 10.4018/978-1-4666-6555-2.ch009

Qian, Y. (2009). 3D Multi-user virtual environments: Promising directions for science education. The Science Educator, 18(2), 25-29. https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/EJ864612.pdf

Qian, Y. (2009). New media literacy in 3-D virtual learning environments. In T.W. Hin & S. Ramanathan (Eds.), Handbook of research on new media literacy at the K-12 levels: Issues & challenges (pp. 257-269). Information Science Reference.

Qian, Y. (2009). Meaningful learning with wikis: Making a connection. In T. Kidd & I. Chen (Eds.), Wired for learning: An educator’s guide to Web 2.0 (pp. 197-214). Information Age Publishing. https://doi.org/10.1108/978-1-60752-206-520251017

Qian, Y. (2009). An investigation of current online educational games. In R. Ferdig (Ed.), Handbook of research on effective electronic gaming in education (pp. 67-82). Information Science Reference. https://www.irma-international.org/viewtitle/20079/?isxn=9781599048086

Qian, Y. (2008). Learning in 3-D virtual worlds: Rethinking media literacy. Educational Technology, 47(7), 38-41. https://eric.ed.gov/?id=EJ792154, http://www.jstor.org/stable/44429561

Martindale, T., Cates, W. M., & Qian, Y. (2004). Analysis of recognized web-based educational resources. Computers in the Schools, 21(3/4), 101-117. https://eric.ed.gov/?id=EJ698989

Martindale, T., Cates, W.M, & Qian, Y. (2003). Educational websites: A classification system for educators and learners. Educational Technology, 43(6), 47-50. https://eric.ed.gov/?id=EJ698989, http://www.jstor.org/stable/44428862

Qian, Y. (2025, December). Co-pilot for efficiency and creativity: Designing dynamic lessons with AI. Louisiana Association of Computer Using Educators 2025 Conference. New Orleans, LA, United States.

Decuir, R., & Qian, Y. (2025, December). The synergy of technology and pedagogy: Cultivating future-ready educators for Louisiana. Louisiana Association of Computer Using Educators 2025 Conference. New Orleans, LA, United States.

Qian, Y. (2025, September). Academic integrity in the AI age: A study of AI policies for faculty and students in U.S. higher education. The 2nd International Symposium on Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education, Virtual. 

Gucci, H., Morse, J., Jafari, A., Webb, A., Qian, Y., Jeong, S., Zhu, Y., Karunatillake, S. (2025, August). Future-ready workforce development: Integrating computational thinking into construction education using virtual reality. ASCE International Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering 2025. Baton Rouge, LA, United States.

Qian, Y. (2025, March). Co-learning with AI: A systematic review of prompt engineering in education. Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education Annual Conference, Orlando, FL, United States.

Jin, Y., Hassan, R., Fu, Y., Qian, Y., Harron, J., Mishnich, N., Comstock, K., & Fry Ware, T.  (2025, March). Symposia of systematic literature review on technology leadership in education [Symposia presentation]. Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education Annual Conference. Orlando, FL, United States.

Qian, Y. (2024, December). Building prompt literacy: Practical strategies for educators to harness generative AI. Louisiana Association of Computer Using Educators 2024 Conference. New Orleans, LA, United States.

Qian, Y. (2024, September). Crafting effective prompts: Elevating teacher competency through prompt Engineering. The Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education Interactive Conference, Virtual.

Qian, Y. (2024, July). A systematic mapping study on generative AI in teaching and learning: The state of the art in higher education. Annual International Conference of EdMedia + Innovate Learning, Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education, Brussels, Belgium.

Jafari A, Zhu Y, Karunatillake, S., Qian Y., Jeong, S., Kazemian, A., & Webb, A. (2024, June). Envisioning extraterrestrial construction and the future construction workforce: A collective perspective. The 41st Annual Interjectional Conference of International Association for Automation and Robotics in Construction, Lille, France.

Qian Y. (2024, May). [Invited Speech]. Artificial Intelligence integration in online higher education. HSTalk, London, UK.

Qian, Y. (2023, November). AI, learning analytics, and adaptive learning: Orbit-shifting innovation in education. Architecture, Media, Politics, Society Conference: Teaching Beyond the Curriculum - Focus on Pedagogy, Virtual.

Qian, Y. (2022). Integrating WebXR into teaching and learning: Technology affordances, instructional benefits, and design frameworks. Annual International Conference of EdMedia + InnovateLearning, Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education. New York, NY, United States.

Qian, Y. (2022). The use of WebXR for immersive online learning: An analysis of learner immersion, interaction, and inquiry. Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education Annual Conference, San Diego, CA, United States.

Qian, Y. (2021). Online experiential learning: A game changer in online education. Annual International Conference of EdMedia + Innovate Learning, Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education. [Virtual]

Qian, Y. (2020). [Keynote Speaker]. Technology-enabled academic innovation in U.S. higher education: Current models and emerging trends. The International Conference on Higher Education - Curriculum for Discovery and Innovation, Hong Kong, China.

Qian, Y., & Thompson, C. (2019). The impact of a bridge program on college success of academically and socioeconomically disadvantaged students: Race, relationships, and rigor. American Educational Research Association Annual Conference, Toronto, Canada.

Qian, Y. (2012). Promoting active learning: The Community of Inquiry Approach to designing synchronous e-Learning. Annual World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare & Higher Education, Montreal, Canada.

Qian, Y. (2009). Online educational games: A guide to major game websites. ED-MEDIA World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia & Telecommunications, Honolulu, HI, United States.

Qian, Y. (2007). Meaningful learning with wikis: Make a connection. Society of Information Technology and Teacher Education Annual Conference, San Antonio, TX, United States.

Qian, Y. (2006). Engage or enrage: Designing educational websites that work for the millennials. Society of Information Technology and Teacher Education Annual Conference, Orlando, FL, United States.

Qian, Y. (2005). Designing online learning activities that make sense online: Theory into practice. Society of Information Technology and Teacher Education Annual Conference, Phoenix, AZ, United States.

Qian, Y. (2004). Making optimal use of the Web as a learning tool: Development of an instructional design model for web-based instruction. American Society of Training and Development Annual Conference, Philadelphia, PA, United States.

Qian, Y. (2004). Instructional design models for constructivist learning: A theoretical synthesis of essential elements. American Educational Research Association Annual Conference, San Diego, CA, United States.

Qian, Y. (2003). Adversity OR opportunity: Women’s global views (Panelist), American Association of University Women’s 2nd Annual International Public Forum, Cedar Crest College, Allentown, PA, United States.

Qian, Y. (2003). Development of an instructional design model for designing the web as a cognitive tool. Association for Educational Communications and Technology Annual Conference, Anaheim, CA, United States.

Qian, Y. (2001). Exemplary instructional websites: A study of instructional design. Association for Educational Communications and Technology Annual Conference, Atlanta, GA, United States.

Qian, Y. (1997). The application of functional grammar in teaching Chinese as a foreign language: A case study. American Culture and Popular Culture Association Annual Conference, San Antonio, TX, United States.

Editorial Board, British Journal of Educational Technology (2024 - Present)
Editorial Board, Journal of Computing in Higher Education (2024 – Present)
Editor-in-Chief, International Journal of Innovative Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (2021-Present)
Editor-in-Chief, Journal of International Education and Practice (2019 - 2021)

2023-2024, 2024-2025, Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics Faculty Fellow, LSU
2020, Distinguished Teaching Award, College of Human Sciences and Education, LSU
2017, Teaching Excellence Award, College of Professional Studies, Northeastern University