Lai Poh Emily Toh

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Dr. Lai Poh Emily Toh is a leading researcher in educational technology, with a primary focus on the integration of robotics in early childhood and primary education. Her most-cited work, the 2016 systematic review "A Review on the Use of Robots in Education and Young Children" (252 citations), stands as a foundational reference in the field. This seminal paper synthesizes a decade of research, critically examining how robots influence young learners and identifying four key factors—including pedagogical design and child-robot interaction—that shape effective implementation. Dr. Toh’s contributions have helped bridge the gap between technology and developmental pedagogy, providing educators and researchers with a clear framework for deploying robots as tools for cognitive and social growth. Her work has been widely cited by scholars in human-computer interaction, early childhood studies, and STEM education, underscoring its impact on both theory and practice. Through her rigorous synthesis and forward-looking insights, Dr. Toh has established herself as a pivotal voice in understanding how emerging technologies can meaningfully support learning in the youngest students.