Ching-Ching Cheng

Providence University, National Chiayi University

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Ching-Ching Cheng is a leading researcher in human-robot interaction and educational technology, with a focus on how young children perceive and learn alongside robots. Her work bridges engineering, pedagogy, and developmental psychology to shape the design of child-friendly educational robots. In her highly cited 2013 study, she demonstrated that integrating LEGO robots into elementary programming instruction significantly improved learning achievement and teacher-student interaction compared to traditional flowchart-based methods, offering a practical blueprint for hands-on STEM education. Her 2017 investigation into young children’s mental images of robots revealed critical insights: children often expect robots to be friendly, humanoid, and emotionally responsive, challenging designers to move beyond purely functional aesthetics. Though her citation counts are modest—8 and 6 respectively—these studies are foundational in the niche field of early childhood robotics education, frequently referenced by researchers developing curricula and interactive agents for K-6 learners. Cheng’s work underscores the importance of aligning robot design with children’s social and cognitive needs, making her a key voice in creating more intuitive, engaging learning companions.