Learning Technologies Foundations and Applications

Dr. Wenhao David Huang is an Associate Professor in the field of Human Resource Development at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he leverages his diverse academic background in material science and engineering, learning design and technology, and executive business administration to conduct interdisciplinary research and instructional projects. His work focuses on technology acceptance in various workplace settings and explores the instructional effects of gamification, socialization, and the open distribution of technology-enabled learning experiences. Dr. Huang's current research interests include organizational decision-making related to technology innovations such as telecare and mHealth, designing game-based learning environments for non-traditional learners, cognitive load manipulation in multimedia learning, ethical decision-making for evaluation professionals, career development needs assessment through technology, the efficacy of MOOCs in organizations, and understanding decision-making influenced by irrational factors in structured learning processes. His interdisciplinary approach aims to enhance learning engagement and effectiveness across diverse educational contexts.