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Elena Gaudioso is a leading researcher at the intersection of educational technology, human-computer interaction, and artificial intelligence, with a focused expertise in integrating educational robotics into K-12 classrooms. Her major contribution lies in designing intelligent systems that empower teachers, not just students. Recognizing that robotics kits often leave educators without the tools to monitor progress or assess learning, Gaudioso co-created the IDEE environment—a visual programming platform that embeds robotics into physics curricula while providing real-time analytics to teachers. Her most cited work (2020, 19 citations) directly addresses this gap, proposing a framework that supports teachers in tracking student learning during robotics activities. By shifting the focus from mere engagement to measurable pedagogical outcomes, Gaudioso’s research has laid the groundwork for scalable, teacher-friendly robotics education. Her work on IDEE (2023, 8 citations) further demonstrates how to bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and classroom practice. With a growing citation impact, Gaudioso is recognized as a key architect of next-generation learning environments that make robotics a practical, data-driven tool for teaching core STEM concepts.