Namin Shin
Papers
7
Total Citations
202
H-Index
4
About
Namin Shin is a pioneering researcher whose work sits at the intersection of human-robot interaction, cross-cultural psychology, and educational technology. Best known for developing the Robot Assumptions Questionnaire (RAQ), Shin has made foundational contributions to understanding how cultural background shapes people's perceptions and social acceptance of robots, conducting landmark comparative studies across Japan, Korea, and the United States. Her most cited work, "What People Assume about Humanoid and Animal-Type Robots" (2008, 101 citations), remains a cornerstone reference in the field of social robotics and cross-cultural HRI research. Beyond perception and acceptance, Shin has meaningfully advanced the conversation around robots as educational tools, exploring how students learn *about*, *from*, and *with* robots — a framework that continues to inform pedagogical design in technology-enhanced learning environments. Her empirical investigations into child-robot intimacy further demonstrate her commitment to understanding how robots function in real-world human contexts, particularly among young learners. With research spanning attitude measurement, humanoid robot design implications, and culturally nuanced approaches to robotics integration, Shin's body of work offers invaluable insight for educators, engineers, and policymakers navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of social and educational robotics.
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- 2Learning about, from, and with Robots: Students' Perspectives65 citations · 2007
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- 5What do robots have to do with student learning4 citations · 2007
- 6Factors Affecting the Intimacy Level Between Children and Robots3 citations · 2008
- 7Korean Students' Attitudes Towards Robots: Two Survey Studies2 citations · 2009