Prof. Dr Liza Lee, Chaoyang University of Technology, Taiwan
Prof. Dr. Liza Lee holds a Doctor of Education (E.D.D.) and a Master of Education (E.D.M.) in Music & Music Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, USA (2002, 1998) ππΊπΈ. Her dissertation, Music Education as a Means for Fostering Young Childrenβs Knowledge of Dual Cultures, reflects her lifelong dedication to multicultural integration through music ππΌ. She also earned an M.S. in Music Education (Instrumental Instruction) from Long Island University in 1997 π·π, and a B.S. in History from National Chung Hsing University in Taiwan in 1985 ππΉπΌ. She holds certifications as a Kulturemusik Professional Teacher/Music Therapist, and Kindermusik Teacher (ages 0β6) from accredited institutions π§ΈπΉ. Her further training includes Soundbeam Technology and Sound Therapy with Prof. Phil Ellis at the University of Sunderland and several years of music therapy research at the New York Institute for Social Research π§π§ͺ. This robust educational background empowers her interdisciplinary teaching and innovation.
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Education
Prof. Dr. Liza Lee holds a Doctor of Education (E.D.D.) and a Master of Education (E.D.M.) in Music & Music Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, USA (2002, 1998) ππΊπΈ. Her dissertation, Music Education as a Means for Fostering Young Childrenβs Knowledge of Dual Cultures, reflects her lifelong dedication to multicultural integration through music ππΌ. She also earned an M.S. in Music Education (Instrumental Instruction) from Long Island University in 1997 π·π, and a B.S. in History from National Chung Hsing University in Taiwan in 1985 ππΉπΌ. She holds certifications as a Kulturemusik Professional Teacher/Music Therapist, and Kindermusik Teacher (ages 0β6) from accredited institutions π§ΈπΉ. Her further training includes Soundbeam Technology and Sound Therapy with Prof. Phil Ellis at the University of Sunderland and several years of music therapy research at the New York Institute for Social Research π§π§ͺ. This robust educational background empowers her interdisciplinary teaching and innovation.
Experience
Prof. Dr. Liza Lee has served as Dean of the College of Humanities & Social Sciences at Chaoyang University of Technology since 2019, leading academic excellence, curriculum development, and faculty mentoring πΌπ. With over two decades of teaching and research in Taiwan and abroad, she has significantly advanced early childhood education, music therapy, and international collaborations ππ©βπ. She has delivered invited lectures and workshops in over ten countries including The Netherlands π³π±, Belgium π§πͺ, Sweden πΈπͺ, Albania π¦π±, Vietnam π»π³, Austria π¦πΉ, and the Czech Republic π¨πΏ. Dr. Lee has also served as Scholar in Residence at the State University of New York, Ulster πΊπΈ. Her career blends administrative leadership with innovative research and community-based practice πΆπ. Through holistic and inclusive methods, she empowers educators and transforms childrenβs developmental experiences worldwide π΅π§. Her mentorship and interdisciplinary insight contribute greatly to global educational reform and innovation.
Honors and Awards
Prof. Dr. Liza Lee is a multi-award-winning scholar recognized both nationally and internationally for her outstanding research and educational contributions π
π. She received the Best Paper Award at EduCon Tokyo 2025 and the ECEI Best Paper Award in 2021 βοΈπ₯. From 2012 to 2024, she received 10+ Industry-Academia Collaboration Project Awards, highlighting her excellence in bridging research with real-world impact π‘π. She has been awarded the Flexible Salary Scheme for Exceptional Talents by the Ministry of Education in Taiwan multiple times (2011β2024) ποΈπ°. Her work on integrating music and technology for special needs children earned her national paper and book awards ππ§ . Dr. Leeβs service-learning projects have won first and second place awards, reflecting her commitment to community engagement β€οΈπ₯. Her research and teaching excellence have made her a celebrated figure in music education, innovation, and inclusive learning around the world ππΆ.
PresentationsΒ
Prof. Dr. Liza Lee is a distinguished scholar in early childhood education, integrating music technology into innovative teaching methods π΅πΆ. Her recent presentations span global conferences, including the ETEN Conference in Belgium (2025) and ISME in Finland (2024), where she explored storytelling, rhythm, and infant-directed music to boost language development and attachment β€οΈπ. Her studies on behavioral sequences and movement patterns under music activities highlight the HMEAYC frameworkβs impact in preschool settings π§ πΆ. Leeβs interdisciplinary work blends technology, education, and developmental psychologyβevident in research involving AI, deep learning, and music therapy for children with special needs π€π‘. She has presented at IEEE and ACM conferences, exploring EMI learning via social media, holistic music approaches, and synesthetic learning pedagogy ππ€. Her dedication to inclusive, tech-enhanced education has made significant contributions to both academic literature and practical pedagogy in Taiwan and beyond ππ. Prof. Lee continues to inspire global discourse on nurturing young learners through music and innovation.
Research Focus
Prof. Dr. Liza Lee’s research centers on music education, therapy, and early childhood development, with a strong emphasis on inclusive and holistic approaches πΌπΆ. She explores how music enhances communication, cognitive development, emotional well-being, and cultural identity among children, especially those with special needs or developmental delays π§π§©. Her innovative use of Soundbeam technology and multi-sensory environments has transformed therapy and learning for children with disabilities ππ οΈ. She also studies bilingual education through music and integrates Eastern and Western pedagogical traditions in curriculum design ππ€. Her recent research examines the effectiveness of music education in fostering positive emotions and language skills in foreign language acquisition ππ£οΈ. Prof. Lee is a pioneer in applying technology-enhanced music activities in classrooms and therapy settings, producing high-impact studies with international recognition π§ π. Her commitment to music as a transformative tool for development and healing has positioned her as a global leader in educational innovation π‘πΆ.
Publication Top Notes
Employee stress, job satisfaction, and job performance: a comparison between high-technology and traditional industry in Taiwan
The impact of music activities on foreign language, English learning for young children
An Empirical Study on Teaching Urban Young Children Music and English by Contrastive Elements of Music and Songs.
Exploring young childrenβs communication development through the Soundbeam trigger modes in the βHolistic music educational approach for young childrenβprogramme
The impact of music activities in a multi-sensory room for children with multiple disabilities on developing positive emotions: A case study
Training effects and intelligent evaluated pattern of the holistic music educational approach for children with developmental delay
Investigating the impact of music activities incorporating Soundbeam Technology on children with multiple disabilities
The impact of COVID-19, day-of-the-week effect, and information flows on bitcoin’s return and volatility
Music educational therapy and the figure notes music pedagogical approach for young children with special needs