Dr. Yu is currently an Assistant Professor of Learning Technologies at the University of North Texas. She is an experienced learning design and analytics researcher. Her research is centered on two areas: exploring the impact of learner traits, paths, and instructor support on academic achievement and designing equity-focused education by utilizing user-experience design methods. Going forward, Dr. Yu aims to employ various methods of quantitative ethnography to explore the dynamic interplay between learners, technology, and educational environments. Her goal is to harness data analytics to systemically inform and enhance learning design interventions, ultimately fostering innovative and impactful learning experiences.