Shannan Palonis

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Shannan Palonis is a dedicated educator and researcher whose work centers on innovative approaches to engineering and computing education, with a particular focus on robotics-based learning. Her most cited paper, "Design, Implementation, and Assessment of Synchronized Worldwide Online Robotics Competitions for Engineering and Computing Education" (2021), details the development and evaluation of Robofest, a global robotics competition program serving students from 4th grade through college. This work exemplifies her commitment to creating accessible, hands-on learning experiences that bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application. Through Robofest, Palonis has enabled student teams worldwide to design, construct, and program autonomous robots, fostering critical skills in problem-solving, teamwork, and technical proficiency. While her citation count is modest, the impact of her contributions is evident in the program's reach and longevity, inspiring countless young learners to pursue STEM fields. Palonis’s research underscores the transformative potential of competition-based pedagogy, making her a notable figure in the scholarship of teaching and learning within engineering education.