Madison Benzor

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Madison Benzor is a dedicated researcher in STEM education, with a particular focus on engaging young learners in engineering and robotics through hands-on, project-based activities. Her most cited work, "Motivating Future Engineers: Building Situation Sensing Mars Rover with Elementary School Students" (2019, 4 citations), exemplifies her commitment to making complex engineering concepts accessible and exciting for upper elementary students. In this innovative practice paper, Benzor outlines an afterschool STEM Club curriculum where students design and build situation-sensing robots inspired by the Mars Rover, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork. This contribution highlights her ability to bridge the gap between theoretical engineering principles and practical, age-appropriate learning experiences. Benzor’s work is particularly notable for its emphasis on early intervention in STEM, aiming to inspire the next generation of engineers at a formative age. While her citation count reflects the niche but impactful nature of her research, her influence extends through the direct application of her methods in classrooms and extracurricular programs. Benzor’s dedication to cultivating curiosity and technical skills in young students marks her as a thoughtful and impactful educator-researcher in the field of elementary STEM education.