Stephen Yang
Researcher
- Role
- Advisory Board Member at Exergame Fitness
- Location
- Cortland, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Stephen Yang
Stephen Yang, Ph.D. researches the effectiveness of using exergames (active video games) and technologies for children, adolescents, and adults with and without disabilities. Yang has been active in the field of exergaming since it’s infancy and has published and presented internationally and nationally. He is a contributor with the Games for Health (GFH) Project and consults with video game developers, toy and technology firms, and exergaming companies on products and services. In recognition of his expertise, he was appointed to the Board of Advisors of Exergame Fitness, is a founding member and Director of Research of The Exergame Network (http://exergamenetwork.blogspot.com/), and has been interviewed for several national news services. Throughout all his research and collaborations, Yang wishes to see how exergames can be used as a potential Gateway Game to inspire people of all ages and abilities to be active and healthy for a lifetime. More information can be found at his blog Department of Education - Physical Education Program (PEP) Grant assessment and evaluation- Exergames, electronic-based gaming, active gaming assessments (physiological, behavioral, attitudes, and knowledge.Semantic & scrollToResults=trueGoogle & hl=en
Experience
Advisory Board Member
Jan 2010 — Present · Palatine, IL, US
Provide expert advice and ideas related to the exergaming market especially for schools and communities. Also provide insight into the marketplace, evaluate new and existing products and technologies, and promote the company within its niche market strategy. Speak at conferences, community events, and media outlets on behalf of the company and some of the products and services they offer.
Education
Penn State University
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
2002 — 2012
University of New Brunswick
Master of Science in Exercise & Sports Sciences
1999 — 2001
Skills
- Fitness
- Curriculum Design
- Healthcare
- Higher Education
- Strength Training
- Team Building
- Program Development
- Exercise Physiology
- Sports
- Social Media
- Coaching
- Leadership
- Nutrition
- Program Management
- Public Speaking
- Teacher Training
- Staff Development
- Curriculum Development
- Educational Technology
- Teaching
- Entrepreneurship
- Wellness
- Classroom
- Community Outreach
- Blogging
- Research
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