Alex Pan

Alex Pan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Elementary and Early Childhood Education at The College of New Jersey. His research focuses on technology integration, literacy development, and project-based learning in elementary education. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer-Assisted Instruction from the University of Illinois (1991), an M.A. in Teaching English as a Second Language (1985), and a B.A. in American and English Language and Literature (1978) from National Kaohsiung Normal University.

• Ph.D., Computer-Assisted Instruction, University of Illinois, 1991
• M.A., Teaching English as a Second Language, University of Illinois, 1985
• B.A., American and English Language and Literature, National Kaohsiung Normal University, 1978

His research spans technology integration, inquiry-based learning, and globalization’s impact on education. Recent work examines AI in elementary classrooms, cyber threats in digital learning, and strategies for supporting autistic students through technology.

Key publications include studies on project-based learning (P-BL), iSTEAM education, and hypermedia tools for literacy. He has secured grants such as the School of Education Research and Practice Mini-Grant Program and Institute of Education Sciences (IES) grants.

Collaborations with Anthony Conte, K. Digiacomo, and K. Cook highlight interdisciplinary efforts. His work emphasizes student ownership, critical thinking, and cross-cultural education.