Edward Duca

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Edward Duca is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of educational robotics, agile learning, and K-12 STEM education. His work focuses on translating Industry 4.0 skills—such as iterative problem-solving and collaboration—into primary and secondary classrooms through innovative, game-based learning frameworks. Duca’s major contribution lies in adapting agile Scrum sprints for young students, using educational robotics as a hands-on tool for experimentation, trial-and-error, and retrial. His 2024 paper, “K-12 Agile Learning with Educational Software and Robotics Technology,” demonstrates how this playful, structured approach can foster computational thinking and resilience in children. A subsequent 2025 review paper synthesizes multiple studies to show how educational robotics can bridge the gap between emerging industrial skills and school curricula. Though his citation counts are currently modest (2 and 1 citations respectively), Duca’s work is at the forefront of a critical shift in pedagogy—preparing the next generation for a rapidly evolving technological landscape. His research is particularly notable for its practical, classroom-ready applications, offering educators a tangible pathway to integrate robotics and agile methods into everyday learning.