Persuasive Technology and Society: Interdisciplinary Research and Writing Support
Project Description
This project supports the development of an interdisciplinary academic book on persuasive technology, examining how digital platforms, AI systems, and media environments shape human attitudes, behavior, and decision-making. Student helpers will assist with literature synthesis, case research, and drafting or revising chapter content. No safety training courses are required for participation in this project.
Supervisor
SONG, Yunya
Quota
2
Course type
UROP1100
Applicant's Roles
Selected students will contribute to the book project by:
• Reviewing and synthesizing academic literature related to AI, digital persuasion, media technologies, and communication theories
• Assisting in drafting, editing, and refining book chapters under supervision
• Identifying illustrative real-world case studies and summarizing them for inclusion
Applicants should have competent academic writing and research skills. Familiarity with persuasive communication or emerging technologies is preferred.
• Reviewing and synthesizing academic literature related to AI, digital persuasion, media technologies, and communication theories
• Assisting in drafting, editing, and refining book chapters under supervision
• Identifying illustrative real-world case studies and summarizing them for inclusion
Applicants should have competent academic writing and research skills. Familiarity with persuasive communication or emerging technologies is preferred.
Applicant's Learning Objectives
By participating in this project, students will:
• Gain hands-on experience in academic publishing and scholarly communication
• Deepen their understanding of persuasive technology and its applications in media, marketing, and society
• Strengthen research and writing skills, including literature review and academic synthesis
• Learn how to structure academic book chapters and communicate research to diverse audiences
• Gain hands-on experience in academic publishing and scholarly communication
• Deepen their understanding of persuasive technology and its applications in media, marketing, and society
• Strengthen research and writing skills, including literature review and academic synthesis
• Learn how to structure academic book chapters and communicate research to diverse audiences
Complexity of the project
Moderate