Joey C.Y. Cheung

Papers

Total Citations

141

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About

Joey C.Y. Cheung’s research sits at the intersection of computing education, wearable technology, and collaborative robotics, with a focus on making programming accessible and engaging for young learners. Her most influential work, “Learning programming through fashion and design” (2009), which has garnered 64 citations, pioneered the use of fashion and wearable computing as a gateway to teach coding—a creative approach that addresses declining enrollments in computer science by sparking early interest in technology. Building on this, her highly cited paper “Deploying a Wearable Computing Platform for Computing Education” (43 citations) demonstrated how integrating wearable devices into K-12 curricula can effectively teach introductory programming and engineering concepts, echoing the success of robotics in education. Cheung also contributed to the design of dynamic collaborative robotic platforms, categorizing devices by functionality to enhance interoperability. Her work stands out for its innovative, hands-on methodology that bridges fashion, design, and technology, offering a compelling alternative to traditional computing pedagogy. With over 140 total citations, Cheung’s research continues to inspire educators and researchers seeking to reverse enrollment trends and cultivate a diverse, tech-savvy generation.