Dario La Guardia
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10
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About
Dario La Guardia is a researcher at the intersection of human-robot interaction, educational technology, and cognitive development. His work explores how humanoid robots can serve as dynamic tools for learning, particularly in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education. La Guardia’s most-cited paper, “Move Your Mind: Creative Dancing Humanoids as Support to STEAM Activities” (2017, 6 citations), demonstrates how programming robots to dance can foster creativity and engagement in interdisciplinary learning. In a complementary study, “Improving Spatial Reasoning by Interacting with a Humanoid Robot” (2017, 4 citations), he shows that physical interaction with robots can enhance spatial cognition—a key skill in STEM fields. Though still early in his career, La Guardia’s work is notable for bridging robotics and pedagogy, offering hands-on, embodied approaches to education. His research suggests that robots are not just tools for automation but catalysts for human learning and creativity. With a focus on making abstract concepts tangible through movement and play, La Guardia contributes to a growing body of evidence that interactive robotics can transform how we teach and learn.
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- 2Improving Spatial Reasoning by Interacting with a Humanoid Robot4 citations · 2017