Veronica C. Swanson
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Dr. Veronica C. Swanson is a leading innovator in engineering education, with a primary focus on project-based learning, remote experimentation, and gamification. Her most impactful work addresses the urgent challenge of delivering hands-on engineering experiences at scale, particularly during crises. In her landmark 2020 study, which has garnered 14 citations, Dr. Swanson pioneered a rapid-response solution to the COVID-19 pandemic by mailing physical experimental kits to 285 undergraduates and developing a multiplayer online robot simulation game. This work demonstrated that students could achieve core cognitive objectives remotely, while also revealing critical limitations in replicating the full collaborative and tactile benefits of in-person labs. Her research provides a foundational framework for designing resilient, scalable, and engaging remote engineering curricula. By rigorously evaluating both the successes and constraints of this hybrid kit-and-game approach, Dr. Swanson has shaped best practices for educators worldwide, ensuring that project-based learning remains accessible and effective even when traditional labs are unavailable.
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