MOHAN YANG

Dr. Mohan Yang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Administration and Human Resource Development at Texas A&M University, specializing in workforce training and emerging educational technologies. He serves as co-Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Applied Instructional Design (JAID) and previously held the position of President of the Division of Organizational Training and Performance at AECT.

Educational background includes a Ph.D. in Learning Design and Technology from Purdue University (2021), M.A. in Secondary Education (Oakland University, 2016), and B.A. in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language (Guangdong University of Foreign Studies, 2014).

Research focuses on integrating emerging technologies (e.g., XR, VR) into training programs, instructional design efficacy, transfer of training, and universal design for learning. Key areas include workforce development strategies, online learning modalities, and accessibility in educational technology.

Recent work highlights interdisciplinary collaboration through projects like the T3-CIDERS cybersecurity training initiative and NSF-funded EXLENT program addressing workforce shortages. His research also addresses challenges in virtual reality implementation and empathetic instructional design for neurodiverse learners.

Professional contributions include editorial leadership at JAID and advocacy for inclusive training practices. Active in both academic and applied research, Dr. Yang bridges theory and practice through innovative educational technology solutions.