Dallas Lopez

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Dallas Lopez is an emerging scholar in educational technology and culturally responsive pedagogy, with a focus on broadening access to STEM learning for underrepresented Hispanic students. Their most cited work, "Increasing Hispanic Students’ Awareness and Use of Floor-robots through Structured Activities" (2020, 4 citations), is a case study demonstrating that structured, hands-on interactions with floor-robots can significantly boost both awareness and engagement with new educational technologies among upper-elementary Hispanic learners. This contribution highlights Lopez’s commitment to equity in STEM education, showing how targeted interventions can bridge the digital divide and foster early interest in robotics and computational thinking. While still early in their career, Lopez’s research offers practical strategies for educators seeking to integrate technology in culturally affirming ways. Their work underscores the importance of designing learning experiences that not only teach technical skills but also empower students from diverse backgrounds to see themselves as capable users and creators of technology. As the field of educational robotics grows, Lopez’s findings provide a valuable foundation for future studies on inclusive STEM instruction.