Zihan Wu武子涵

Hi! I’m Zihan Wu, a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Michigan, School of Information (UMSI). My research lies at the intersection of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and Computing Education Research (CER). I integrate learning theories from CER with human-centered design methods from HCI to create engaging, scalable, and effective educational tools, especially for computing. To evaluate these tools, I employ both qualitative lab studies and large-scale classroom or field studies. My work has been published in top venues in both fields, including CHI and ICER.

I am fortunate to be advised by Dr. Barbara Ericson. Before joining UMSI, I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Technology from Tsinghua University. As a Graduate Student Instructor, I have taught both introductory and advanced computing courses, including undergraduate Web Development, graduate Data Manipulation, and graduate Data Mining.

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I am currently seeking postdoctoral and tenure-track positions starting in fall 2025! I am excited to continue designing and evaluating smart (AI-driven and personalized), interactive (gamified and engaging), and scalable (web-based and cost-effective) tools for learners. If this aligns with your interests, let’s connect!