Papers
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Total Citations
303
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About
Alberto Piatti is a leading researcher at the intersection of educational robotics (ER) and computational thinking (CT), whose work is shaping how technology is integrated into modern classrooms. His primary contributions lie in developing frameworks and heuristics that bridge the gap between abstract programming concepts and tangible, hands-on learning. Piatti’s most influential work, "Fostering computational thinking through educational robotics: a model for creative computational problem solving" (201 citations), provides a foundational model for using robots to cultivate creative problem-solving skills, directly linking ER to core CT competencies. He further advanced the field by establishing a set of heuristics for the development and evaluation of ER systems (33 citations), ensuring tools are pedagogically sound for formal education. Piatti is also known for his innovative use of tangible programming languages, notably for the popular Thymio robot (16 citations), and for exploring engaging formats like escape games to teach robotics (37 citations). His recent analysis of children’s drawings of robots (14 citations) offers unique insights into how technology and science fiction shape young imaginations. Through his design-focused, classroom-aligned research, Piatti has become a key voice in making robotics an effective and creative tool for 21st-century education.
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- 2Exploring Escape Games as a Teaching Tool in Educational Robotics37 citations · 2019
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- 4A Tangible Programming Language for the Educational Robot Thymio16 citations · 2019
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