I consider this an important topic because educational robotics turns abstract ideas into concrete, hands-on experiences that build real understanding and metacognitive skills. Seeing the robot as a tool for thinking means it can support not only STEM but also other subjects, offering a versatile context for interdisciplinary learning. Moreover, bringing ER into the classroom …
As a PhD student fighting gender stereotypes through educational robotics, I’m always looking for how they show up in the world. So, tell me: Do you see a subtle stereotype in the choice of cover colors for the “World Robotics” reports? The cover for Industrial Robots? Light blue. The cover for Service Robots? Pink. This …
On February 19, I had the chance to return — this time not only as a researcher, but also as someone who once belonged to the Équipe Formativa Territoriale of USR Veneto — to help organize a full day of training on educational robotics at the Competence Centre SMACT in Padua, in collaboration with the …
There were many new things to see — and even more inspiring people to meet — at this year’s Bett in London. Among the many photos I took, I chose this one as a symbol. It’s a simple pendant, a gift from two children from a school in Hong Kong. They were at Bett together …
Grateful and honored to have been among the speakers at the Learning More Festival 2023 in Modena.Seeing my photo included in the official post was truly moving. I hope my contribution was meaningful for the many colleagues who joined the session. Sometimes it feels like the world is moving faster and faster, while change in …
Robotics and technology have always fascinated me, not only as tools for innovation but also as ways to make learning more engaging and meaningful. As a primary school teacher, I started experimenting with digital storytelling, coding, and eventually with low-cost robotics projects, bringing small but important changes into my classroom. These first steps showed me …