Keshnee Padayachee

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Dr. Keshnee Padayachee is a scholar whose research bridges technology, education, and community engagement, with a particular focus on using innovative tools to enhance learning outcomes. Her most cited work, "Evaluating the Effectiveness of Lego Robots in Engaged Scholarship" (2015, 8 citations), investigates how Lego Robotics training impacts learner performance in mathematics, while also assessing the efficacy of a community engagement project designed to spark youth interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This study exemplifies her commitment to engaged scholarship—research that directly benefits communities through practical, hands-on interventions. Dr. Padayachee’s contributions lie at the intersection of educational technology and social impact, demonstrating how playful, constructivist approaches like robotics can improve academic achievement and inspire underrepresented students. Her work not only advances pedagogical methods but also provides a model for evaluating community-based STEM initiatives. With a growing citation footprint, Dr. Padayachee is recognized for her applied research that translates theory into tangible educational outcomes, making her a notable voice in the fields of technology-enhanced learning and community-engaged research.