Suzanne Hudson
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Suzanne Hudson’s research lies at the intersection of teacher education and technology integration, with a particular focus on preparing preservice teachers to confidently design and implement engaging, hands-on STEM learning experiences. Her most-cited work, “Preservice teachers teaching technology with robotics” (2012), investigates how a robotics-based school engagement experience can transform the perceived abilities and confidence of fourth-year education students. By placing future teachers directly into classrooms to teach with programmable robots, Hudson demonstrated that authentic, inquiry-driven practice—rather than abstract theory—builds both competence and enthusiasm for technology education. Although her citation count (6) is modest, this study’s influence is notable for its practical, replicable model that bridges the gap between university coursework and real-world teaching. Hudson’s contribution is especially valuable for teacher educators seeking evidence-based strategies to overcome preservice teachers’ anxiety about technology. Her work underscores a core insight: when future teachers experience the joy of guiding children through robotics challenges, they emerge not only more skilled but also more committed to integrating technology meaningfully into their own classrooms.
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- 1Preservice teachers teaching technology with robotics6 citations · 2012