Mwangi Peter Ngugi

Murang'a University of Technology

Papers

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Total Citations

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About

Mwangi Peter Ngugi is a forward-thinking educational researcher whose work sits at the intersection of technology, pedagogy, and student motivation. His primary research focus is on integrating robotics and hands-on activities into science education, particularly to boost student engagement in physics. In his most cited work, “The Impact of Robotic Activities on Secondary School Students’ Interest in Physics in Kenya” (2023), Ngugi demonstrates how robotic activities can transform abstract physics concepts into tangible, exciting learning experiences. His findings directly address a critical challenge in Kenyan secondary schools: the low uptake of physics as a subject due to a lack of student interest. By showing that practical, robotics-based interventions can significantly increase student motivation, Ngugi offers a scalable, low-cost solution for improving science education in resource-constrained settings. While his citation count is still growing, his work is already influencing curriculum designers and educators looking to modernize STEM teaching. Ngugi’s research stands out for its clear practical application, bridging the gap between educational theory and classroom reality. He is a rising voice in the movement to make science learning more interactive, relevant, and accessible for all students.

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🏆 Most Cited Paper
The Impact of Robotic Activities on Secondary School Students’ Interest in Physics in Kenya
3 citations · 2023
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2023 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 2
🏛 Institutions: Murang'a University of Technology

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