Sdenka Zobeida Salas‐Pilco

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Sdenka Zobeida Salas‐Pilco is a leading researcher at the intersection of artificial intelligence, robotics, and education, with a particular focus on how these technologies can transform learning outcomes and support special education. Her work provides critical frameworks for understanding the holistic impact of AI and robotics on students, examining not just academic achievement but also physical, social-emotional, and intellectual development. Her highly cited 2020 study, "The impact of AI and robotics on physical, social‐emotional and intellectual learning outcomes," with 94 citations, offers an integrated analytical framework that has become foundational for researchers designing technology-enhanced learning environments. More recently, her 2024 comprehensive review, "Artificial Intelligence for Enhancing Special Education for K-12," with 39 citations, maps a decade of global trends (2013–2023), providing invaluable insights into how AI can be leveraged to create more inclusive and effective educational experiences for students with diverse needs. Through these contributions, Salas‐Pilco has established herself as a key voice in ensuring that the rapid advancement of educational technology is guided by rigorous, human-centered research.