Fei-Ching Chen
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Fei-Ching Chen’s research lies at the intersection of human-computer interaction, educational technology, and robotics, with a focus on how digital and physical agents can enhance learning. Her most-cited work, “An investigation of the differences between robot and virtual learning companions' influences on students' engagement” (2007, 32 citations), is a foundational study in the field of learning companions. In this paper, Chen and her team systematically compared the effects of a physical robot versus a virtual agent on student motivation and engagement. Their findings revealed that both types of companions significantly boosted learners’ involvement, but the robot elicited stronger emotional and behavioral responses. This work provided early, critical evidence that the embodiment of a learning companion matters—shaping how students interact, persist, and connect with educational content. Chen’s contributions have informed subsequent research in social robotics, intelligent tutoring systems, and child-robot interaction. While her citation count reflects a focused but impactful body of work, her study remains a key reference for scholars designing engaging, technology-mediated learning environments.
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