Carla C. Fernandes
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Carla C. Fernandes is a pioneering researcher in educational robotics, with a focus on democratizing access to technology in Latin American education. Her work centers on developing low-cost hardware and software solutions, alongside innovative methodologies for teacher training and curriculum design. Fernandes’s most cited paper, “Demystifying Educational Robotics with FOCORE” (2020, 9 citations), introduces the first Latin American research network in Robotics in Education (RE). This groundbreaking initiative brought together a heterogeneous, multidisciplinary group from Brazilian universities, federal institutes, and a Peruvian institution, aiming to integrate robotics into basic education. Her contributions emphasize equity, enabling students and teachers in underserved communities to engage with STEM through affordable tools and sustainable pedagogical frameworks. Fernandes’s impact extends beyond citations, as her network fosters collaboration across borders, shaping policy and practice in Brazilian and Peruvian classrooms. Her work is a testament to how grassroots innovation can transform education, making her a key figure in the global conversation on inclusive technology-enhanced learning.
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