Claudia Banchoff Tzancoff

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Claudia Banchoff Tzancoff is a leading researcher in educational technology, with a focus on bridging the digital divide through active, hands-on learning. Her work centers on integrating programming, educational robotics, and videogame design into K-12 classrooms, particularly in underserved communities in Argentina. She is best known for developing **RITA en RED**, an innovative platform that transforms block programming competitions into collaborative, classroom-friendly experiences. Building on field tests in high schools of Great La Plata, this tool empowers students to move beyond passive ICT consumption—a problem she identifies in national programs like "Conectar-Igualdad"—and instead become creators of technology. Her widely cited papers (each with 6 citations) demonstrate the impact of her approach: one introduces RITA en RED as a practical solution for teaching algorithms through competition, while another explores how robotics and videogames can turn digital tools into active learning instruments. By designing low-cost, scalable interventions, Banchoff Tzancoff directly addresses the "second digital divide"—the gap between using technology and understanding it. Her work is a vital resource for educators and researchers seeking to make computer science education accessible, engaging, and equitable in resource-constrained settings.