John Mativo
Papers
5
Total Citations
106
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2
About
John Mativo is a pioneering researcher in STEM education, with a primary focus on integrating robotics, engineering, and the arts to create transformative learning experiences. His most influential work, "Developing an Integrative STEM Curriculum for Robotics Education Through Educational Design Research" (98 citations), establishes a foundational framework for blending technical disciplines with creative problem-solving, directly shaping how robotics is taught from K-12 through undergraduate levels. Mativo’s contributions extend to cross-disciplinary innovation, as seen in his study on animatronics, which tackles the challenges of merging engineering, technology, and art for undergraduate students. He has also developed senior-level robotics courses using evidence-based teaching principles and designed a 6-12 initiative to engage underrepresented students in STEM fields by incorporating art and inquiry-based learning. Notably, his work on a STEM-integrated robotics module for 5th graders demonstrates his commitment to early education, making computer programming accessible through contextual, hands-on projects. With a career dedicated to breaking down disciplinary silos, Mativo’s research has directly influenced curriculum design and inspired inclusive, creative approaches to engineering education.
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Top Papers
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- 2A Cross Disciplinary Study Via Animatronics2 citations · 2020
- 3DEVELOPMENT OF A SENIOR LEVEL ROBOTICS COURSE FOR ENGINEERING STUDENTS2 citations · 2012
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