Office of International Affairs, Asia University

Chi-Liang Yu

Vice Dean of International Affairs
Director, Center for International Academic Exchange

Phone: 04-23323456 #6280

Email: chiyu@asia.edu.tw

About me

Before joining Asia University, Dr. Chi-Liang Yu held positions at Rice University and the University of Houston in the United States, specializing in instructional design. He brings over a decade of hands-on experience in instructional technology and curriculum development within U.S. higher education. His academic background is grounded in educational technology and learning design, with expertise in virtual reality applications, blended learning, multimodal interaction design, and digital media instruction.
Dr. Yu received the prestigious Study Abroad Scholarship from Taiwan’s Ministry of Education to pursue his doctoral studies in the United States. During his doctoral work, he actively participated in international research collaborations and academic conferences, focusing on digital learning interaction theories and the development of situated multimedia learning environments. His research emphasizes learner-centered instructional strategies and has been broadly applied within American university contexts, enriching both his academic and intercultural perspectives.
With extensive experience in international collaboration, Dr. Yu has contributed to numerous global teaching and research initiatives and presented at leading international conferences. At Asia University, he is dedicated to advancing the university’s global engagement by fostering international partnerships and cultivating a forward-thinking, globally competitive learning environment.

Education

Ed.D. in Curriculum & Instruction, Learning Design and Technology, University of Houston, USA

Experience

2025 – Asia University, Vice Dean, Office of International Affairs
2025 – Asia University, Director, Center for International Academic Exchange
2025 – Asia University, Associate Professor, Department of Information Communication
2016–2025 – Rice University, Texas USA, Educational Technology and Media Design
2014–2016 – University of Houston, Texas USA, Instructional Systems Design
2013–2014 – Jack J. Valenti School of Communication, University of Houston, Texas USA, Lecturer
 

Expertise

1. Visual Communication Design
2. Virtual Reality and Immersive Technologies
3. AI-based Visual Design
4. Multimedia Production and Editing
5. Web Design and Development