Qiaoyi (Joey) Liu
Teaching Assistant Professor
14 Cardwell Hall
(785)532-6791
Ph.D. The Ohio State University, 2023
M.S. The Ohio State University, 2019
B.S.E., B.A., Case Western Reserve University, 2017
Research Area
Physics Education Research
My research explores how modern technologies, such as online learning platforms, interactive computer simulations, and generative artificial intelligence tools, can be applied to advance physics education. I design, implement, and study technology-enhanced instructional strategies that promote students’ conceptual understanding and essential skills in physics. A key component of my work involves the use of research-based assessments to measure the impact of curricular changes and compare student learning outcomes across courses and institutions. Ultimately, my research seeks to improve physics instruction and support student learning at both institutional and national level.
Research Support
- Kansas State University
Recent Selected Publications
Q. Liu and H. J. Lewandowski, Students’ views of experimental physics after participating in lab courses with open-ended activities, Physical Review Physics Education Research 21(2), 02051 (2025). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1103/5np1-mccl
Q. Liu, H. Moni Prakash, and A. F. Heckler, Algebra and other relevant physics skills: The effectiveness of mastery practice on skills accuracy and exam grade in introductory physics, Physical Review Physics Education Research 21(1), 010121 (2025). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevPhysEducRes.21.010121
A.J. Piper, Q. Liu, A. Camacho Garabay, D. Kiesewetter, V. Leshchenko, J. E. Bækhøj, P. Agostini, K. J. Schafer, L. F. DiMauro, and Y. Tang, Attosecond Clocking and Control of Strong Field Quantum Trajectories, Physical Review Letters 134(7), 073201 (2025). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevLett.134.073201
D. Tong, Y. Tao, K. Zhang, X. Dong, Y. Hu, S. Pan, and Q. Liu, Investigating ChatGPT-4’s performance in solving physics problems and its potential implications for education, Asia Pacific Education Review 25(5), 1379-1389 (2024). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12564-023-09913-6
D. Tong, J. Liu, Y. Sun, Q. Liu, X. Zhang, S. Pan, and L. Bao, Assessment of student knowledge integration in learning work and mechanical energy, Physical Review Physics Education Research 19(1), 010127 (2023). DOI: https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevPhysEducRes.19.010127
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