Cheryl Y. Wilson
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Dr. Cheryl Y. Wilson is a leading voice in K-5 computer science education, with a focused expertise in integrating computational thinking into elementary mathematics. Her most cited work, "Improving teacher use of educational robotics to teach computer science in K-5 mathematics" (2022), documents a transformative professional development initiative in a rural, under-resourced school. Working with just 12 teachers over a full year, Wilson demonstrated that sustained, hands-on training can empower educators—even those with no prior CS background—to confidently weave robotics and coding into their daily math lessons. This study, which has garnered 6 citations, is a cornerstone for researchers and practitioners seeking scalable models for equity-focused CS integration. Wilson’s contributions are particularly notable for their emphasis on teacher agency and student engagement in underserved communities. Her work directly addresses the national shortage of elementary CS instruction by proving that with the right support, classroom teachers can become effective CS facilitators. For students and researchers, Wilson’s research offers a practical, evidence-based blueprint for closing the digital divide, one classroom robot at a time.
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