Li Jing

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Li Jing is an innovative researcher in early childhood education technology, specializing in human-robot interaction and programming pedagogy for young learners. Her work bridges the gap between tangible computing and developmental psychology, with a focus on making computational thinking accessible to children as young as preschool age. Her most-cited paper, "Robot teaching assistant and physical programming class for programming education of young children" (2020, 3 citations), introduces a groundbreaking approach that uses a robot teaching assistant to reduce teacher workload while engaging students through physical programming boards rather than traditional computer screens. This method allows children to learn programming concepts by manipulating tangible blocks, which enhances their understanding and retention. Li's research demonstrates how robots can serve as effective educational partners, not just tools, by explaining concepts, verifying code, and running programs in real-time. Her work has implications for scalable, low-cost STEM education in developing countries and for inclusive classrooms where young children may struggle with abstract screen-based interfaces. By combining robotics with hands-on learning, Li Jing is helping to shape the future of early computer science education.