Kathryn Knowlton
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About
Kathryn Knowlton is an early childhood educator whose work bridges play-based learning and emerging technology. Her primary research interests center on how young children engage with robotics and digital tools in classroom settings, with a particular focus on fostering creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration. Her most cited paper, "My Robot Can Fly!" (2021), co-authored with Deena Gould, explores how preschool-aged children interact with programmable robots to develop foundational STEM skills and narrative thinking. Though early in her research trajectory—with her most cited work garnering 3 citations—Knowlton’s contribution is notable for its practical, classroom-based perspective. As a preschool teacher in Mesa Public Schools, she brings authentic, on-the-ground insights into how young learners conceptualize technology, challenging assumptions about what is developmentally appropriate. Her work highlights the importance of integrating robotics into early childhood curricula in ways that are imaginative and child-led. Knowlton’s research offers a valuable model for educators and researchers interested in the intersection of play, storytelling, and computational thinking in early learning environments.
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- 1My Robot Can Fly!3 citations · 2021