Yikai Chen
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Yikai Chen is an emerging scholar in STEM education, whose research centers on the integration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through project-based learning (i-STEM PjBL). In their most cited work, a 2022 mixed-methods study with a data-transformation design, Chen investigated the educational values and persistent challenges of i-STEM PjBL by engaging 48 high school freshmen. This study, garnering 19 citations, revealed how such pedagogical approaches can foster interdisciplinary thinking and problem-solving skills while also highlighting structural and curricular obstacles that hinder effective implementation. By bridging theoretical frameworks with classroom realities, Chen’s work provides actionable insights for educators and curriculum designers seeking to make STEM education more cohesive and engaging. Though early in their career, Chen’s contributions are already shaping conversations around innovative teaching strategies, offering a critical lens on both the promise and practical difficulties of integrated STEM learning. Their research underscores a commitment to evidence-based reform in secondary education, making them a rising voice in the field of educational technology and pedagogy.
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