Heather Harapko
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Heather Harapko is a pioneering educational researcher whose work focuses on integrating engineering and computational thinking into non-technical K-12 curricula. Her major contribution lies in demonstrating how robotics and design projects can be embedded within required courses like English and health, rather than relegated to elective or extracurricular settings. This approach ensures that all students, not just those who self-select, gain exposure to technological problem-solving. Her most-cited paper, "Utilizing engineering to teach non-technical disciplines" (2016, 11 citations), provides case studies of robotics used in middle school classrooms, showing how engineering activities can enhance engagement and learning across disciplines. Harapko’s work is foundational for educators seeking to broaden participation in STEM by making it a core part of every student’s experience. Her research challenges traditional disciplinary boundaries and offers practical models for inclusive, project-based learning that prepares all students for a technology-driven world.
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