Xianqing Bao

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Xianqing Bao is a dedicated researcher at the forefront of STEM and robotics education, with a particular focus on equity and inclusion. Her work critically examines the systemic factors shaping participation in competitive robotics, most notably through her landmark study on gender disparity in the World Robot Olympiad (WRO). This highly cited paper (21 citations) provides essential survey data on the barriers and motivations for girl participants, offering actionable insights for educators and policymakers seeking to close the gender gap in STEM. Expanding on this, Bao’s research from the coach’s perspective (4 citations) reveals how adult mentorship and organizational structures influence K-12 robotics learning outcomes. By employing mixed-methods approaches, she bridges quantitative trends with qualitative narratives, making her findings both rigorous and deeply human. Bao’s contributions are vital for designing more inclusive robotics curricula and competition frameworks. Her work not only documents disparities but actively charts a path toward a more diverse and equitable future in technology education, establishing her as a key voice in the movement to democratize STEM opportunities for all students.