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Data-based or theoretical refereed journal papers

  1. Lin, L. (2009). Breadth-biased versus focused cognitive control in media multitasking behaviors. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) USA 106: 15521-15522. [Note: PNAS is the official journal of the United States National Academy of Sciences, and is one of the world's most-cited multidisciplinary scientific serials. Impact factor: 9.38 (2008); Eigenfactor: 1.7 (2008)].
  2. Robertson, T., Lin. L., & Lee, J. (under revision). Reading with a purpose: Learning outcome intentions as related to multitasking performance. Education Technology Research and Development. [Impact Factor: 0.695 (2008)]
  3. Lin, L., Robertson, T., & Lee, J. (2009). Reading performances between novices and experts in different media multitasking environments. Computers in the Schools, 26,3: 169-186.
  4. Muwanguzi, S. & Lin, L. (in press). Wrestling with online learning technologies: Blind students’ struggle to achieve academic success. International Journal of Distance Education Technology.
  5. McLeod, J. & Lin, L. (in press). A child’s power in game play. Computers and Education. [Impact Factor: 2.190 (2008)]
  6. Lin. L., Lopez-Ortiz, B. (2009). Technology to facilitate online group formation. Academic Exchange Quarterly, 13(1), pp. 145-152.
  7. Lopez-Ortiz, B., Lin, L. & Tipton, M. (2009). Co-authoring in online problem-based learning: Collaborative approaches and challenges. MERLOT Journal of Online Learning and Teaching. 5(2), 293-303.
  8. Al-Senaidi, S., Lin, L., & Poirot, J. (2009). Barriers to adopting technology for teaching and learning in Oman. Computers and Education, 53(3), 575-590. [Impact Factor: 2.190 (2008)]
  9. Lin, L. (2008). An online learning model to facilitate learners’ rights to education. Journal of Asynchronous Learning Networks, 12(1), 127-143. 
  10. Lin, L. (2006). Cultural dimensions of authenticity. New Directions for Adult and Continuing Education, 111, 63-72.
  11. Lin, L. & Cranton, P. (2005). From scholarship student to responsible scholar: A transformative process. Teaching in Higher Education, 10(4), 447-459.
  12. Lin, L., Cranton, P. & Bridglall, B. (2005). Psychological type and asynchronous written dialogue in adult learning. Teachers College Record, 107(8), 1788-1813.
  13. Lopez-Ortiz, B. and Lin, L. (2005). What makes an online group project work? Students’ perceptions before and after an online collaborative problem/project-based learning experience. International Journal of Instructional Technology and Distance Learning, 2(2), 47-54.
  14. Lin, L. & Cranton, P. (2004). Dancing to different drummers: Individual differences in online learning. Creative College Teaching Journal, 1(1), 30-40.

Book chapters

  1. Lee, J. and Lin, L. (2009). Applying constructivism to online learning – A new instructional design map. In Carla R. Payne (Ed.). Information Technology and Constructivism in Higher Education: Progressive Learning Frameworks. IGI Global. pp. 58-73.
  2. Swan, K., Lin, L. and van ‘t Hooft, M. (2008). Teaching with digital technology. In C. Lassonde, R. Michael & J. Rovera-Wilson (eds.): Issues in Teacher Education. IL: C.C. Thomas Publisher, Ltd. pp. 230-260.
  3. Beazley, M., McLeod, J. and Lin, L. (2008). Pedagogical principles, problems, and possibilities in online global classrooms. In J.Voogt & G. Knezek (Eds.), International Handbook of Information Technology in Primary and Secondary Education. Springer Science and Business Media, LLC. pp. 675-693.
  4. Holly, M, Arhar, J. & Kasten, W. (2008). Action research for teachers: Traveling the yellow brick road (3rd Ed.). Prentice Hall. [contributions to the “Stepping Stone” sections -- resources integrating technology as a research tool for teacher researchers in the book]

Conference Proceedings and Presentations

Conference Proceedings (Peer-reviewed)

  1. Muwanguzi, S. & Lin, L. (2009). Challenges of technology in online learning and academic achievement for blind students: A case study. In Proceedings of World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia, and Telecommunications 2009 (pp. 4284-4292). Chesapeake, VA: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education.
  2. Lopez, B. & Lin, L. (2009). First thing first: Technologies to facilitate group formation in online problem-based learning. In C. Crawford et al. (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference 2009 (pp. 1981 – 1989). Chesapeake, VA: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education.
  3. Lin, L., Robertson, T., Lee, J. (2009). Human multitasking abilities: Learning tasks vs. performance tasks. In C. Crawford et al. (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference 2009 (pp. 2589 - 2592). Chesapeake, VA: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education.
  4. Robertson, T., Lin, L., Lee, J. (2009). Pareto in the driver’s seat: When goal intentions affect multitasking outcomes. In C. Crawford et al. (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference 2009 (pp. 2096 - 2099). Chesapeake, VA: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education.
  5. Lee, J., Lin, L. & Robertson, T. (2009). Does media-multitasking interfere with learning? In C. Crawford et al. (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference 2009 (pp. 974-978). Chesapeake, VA: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education.
  6. Lin, L. (2008). Can multitasking be learned in a multimedia classroom environment? In K. McFerrin et al. (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference 2008 (pp. 2707-2710). Chesapeake, VA: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education.
  7. Lin, L., Lee, J. & Robertson, T. (2008). So much to learn, so little time: The study of time-critical multitasking behaviors in a multimedia environment. In K. McFerrin et al. (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference 2008 (pp. 1897-1901). Chesapeake, VA: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education.
  8. Lin, L. (2007). Conceptualizing online spaces for online teaching and learning: A theoretical framework. Proceedings of the Texas Computer Education Association Educational Technology Research Symposium 2007 (pp. 83-89). Austin, TX: Texas Computer Education Association.

Conference Presentations (Peer Reviewed, International / National)

  1. Lin, L. & Bigenho, C. (2010). Note-taking, cognitive load and word recall in different media environments. Paper submitted to the American Educational Research Association conference: Understanding Complex Ecologies in a Changing World (AERA). Denver, Colorado, April 30 – May 4.
  2. Lin, L., Robertson, T., & Lee, J. (2010). Does intention affect ability to media multitasking? Paper submitted to the American Educational Research Association conference: Understanding Complex Ecologies in a Changing World (AERA). Denver, Colorado, April 30 – May 4.
  3. Li, J., Lin, L., Peet, M., & Dunn, L. (2010). Teachers’ work ethics in the digital age. Paper submitted to the American Educational Research Association conference: Understanding Complex Ecologies in a Changing World (AERA). Denver, Colorado, April 30 – May 4.
  4. McMillan, T., & Lin, L. (2009). Assessing the accessibility of Web 2.0 websites. Paper accepted to the American Society for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T) 2009 Annual Meeting: Thriving on Diversity - Information Opportunities in a Pluralistic World. Vancouver, BC, Canada. November 6 - 11.
  5. Lin, L., Lee, J., & Robertson, T. (2009). Can we multitask better with more familiar tasks? Paper presented at the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)’s 30th Annual National Education Computing Conference (NECC) 2009. Washington, D. C., June 28 – July 1.
  6. Lee, J., Lin, L., & Robertson, T. (2009). Media-multitasking and learning habits. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association conference: Disciplined Inquiry: Education Research in the Circle of Knowledge (AERA). San Diego, CA. April 13 – 17.
  7. Li, J., Lin, L., Peet, M. & Whitworth, C. (2009). Retaining good teachers: The impact of teachers’ work ethic Orientation. Proposal presented to the 2009 Academy of Human Resource Development (AHRD) International Research Conference the Americas, Washington D.C.. February 18 – 22.  
  8. Swan, K., Lin, L. and van ‘t Hooft, M. (2009). Teaching with digital technology: Issues in Teacher Education. Panel symposium presented at the Association of Teacher Educators (ATE) conference. Dallas, TX. February 15 – 18.
  9. Lin, L., Li, J., Peet, M. & Dunn, L. (2009). What are commonly held work ethics by teachers in the age of new media and technology? Paper presented at The 7th Annual Hawaii International Conference on Education. Honolulu, HI. January 4 - 7.
  10. Li, J., Lin, L., Peet, M., & Dunn, L. (2009). Teachers’ Work Ethics and Teachers’ Retention. Paper presented at The 7th Annual Hawaii International Conference on Education. Honolulu, HI. January 4 - 7.
  11. Lin, L. (2008). Multitasking in today’s learning environment: Does technology make a difference? Paper presented at the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)’s 29th Annual National Education Computing Conference (NECC) 2008. San Antonio, TX. June 29 – July 2.
  12. Lin, L., Lopez-Ortiz, B. & Tipton, M. (2007). Anytime, anywhere, any tool? Technology that supports online collaborative problem-based learning. Paper presented at The 13th Annual Sloan-C International Conference on Asynchronous Learning Network. Orlando, FL. November 7 - 9.
  13. Lin, L., van ‘t Hooft, M. and Swan, K. (2007). Teachers can learn from young generations of handheld users. Paper presented at the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)’s 28th Annual National Education Computing Conference (NECC) 2007. Atlanta, GA. June 24 - 27.
  14. Lin, L. (2007). Learning from teenagers: generational differences in the use of new technologies. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association conference: The World of Educational Quality (AERA). Chicago, IL. April 9 - 13.
  15. Lin, L. (2006). Creating online spaces to enhance teaching and learning. Paper presented at The 12th Annual Sloan-C International Conference on Asynchronous Learning Network (The Power of Online Learning: Realizing the Vision). Orlando, FL. November 8 - 10.
  16. Cranton, P. & Lin, L. (2005). Transformative learning about teaching: The role of technology. Paper presented at the Sixth International Conference on Transformative Learning: Appreciating the Best of What Is, Envisioning What Could Be. Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI. October 6 - 9.
  17. Lopez-Ortiz, B. and Lin, L. (2005). What makes an online group project work? Students’ perceptions before and after an online collaborative problem/project-based learning experience. Paper presented at SITE 2005: The 16th Annual Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education, Phoenix, AZ.
  18. Cranton, P., Roy, M., & Lin, L. (2003). Transformation, power, and the shadow. Paper presented at The Fifth International Conference on Transformative Learning, NY, NY. October 7 - 10.
  19. Lin, L., & Cranton, P. (2003). Psychological preference and online asynchronous written dialogue. Paper accepted at the E-Learning 2003: World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, & Higher Education, Phoenix, AZ.
  20. Lin, L. (2002). The Teachers College New Teacher Institute: Supporting new teachers through hybrid new media technologies. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association (AERA) conference, New Orleans, LA.
  21. Lin, L. (1999). A Deweyan approach to thinking of technology. Paper presented at the Rouge Forum conference, Rochester University, Rochester, NY.

Conference Presentations (Peer Reviewed, Regional / Local)

  1. Lin, L., van ‘t Hooft, M. and Swan, K. (2007). What can we learn from younger generations’ use of handheld technologies? Paper presented at The 2007 eTech Ohio Educational Technology Conference. Columbus, OH. February 12-14.
  2. Hutchison, J. & Lin, L. (2005). Teacher learning: Personalized and contextualized support in helping teachers use technology. Paper presented at The Technology and Learning Symposium, New York University, New York, NY. April.
  3. Lopez-Ortiz, B. and Lin, L. (2004). Integrating principles of problem-based learning (PBL) into the online course design process. Paper presented at The first CCTE conference on research in technology and education, NY, NY. October.

Conference Presentations (Invited)

  1. Robertson, T. & Lin, L. (2009). BEGIN project research on mentoring: Support and guidance from one generation to the next. Paper presented at the Texas Computer Education Association. Austin, TX. Feb. 6.
  2. Lin, L., Robertson, T., & Lee, J. (2009). BEGIN project research on multitasking: So much to do and so little time. Paper presented at the Texas Computer Education Association. Austin, TX. Feb. 6.
  3. Li, J., Lin, L., Peet, M., & Dunn, L. (2009). BEGIN project research on ethics: Examining teacher professional identify and retention through work-ethic dimensions. Paper presented at the Texas Computer Education Association. Austin, TX. Feb. 6.
  4. Lin, L. (2005). Conceptual spaces for designing online courses. Presentation to the faculty of Seton Hall University, NJ.
   
      Updated 2009. Contact Lin Lin for questions and suggestions.