Yueh-hui Vanessa Chiang

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Dr. Yueh-hui Vanessa Chiang is a distinguished researcher in technology-enhanced language learning, with a focus on integrating educational robotics and the Internet of Things (IoT) into elementary education. Her most cited work, "Analyzing learners’ English learning process involving educational robots and IoT-based toys through the lens of zone of proximal development" (2020), offers a groundbreaking analysis of how young students engage with English through interactive, tangible technologies. Grounded in Vygotsky’s zone of proximal development, Chiang meticulously examines the obstacles learners face and the scaffolding provided by robots and smart toys, revealing how these tools can bridge the gap between current ability and potential growth. This study, with 2 citations, has laid important groundwork for understanding the cognitive and social dynamics of human-robot interaction in language classrooms. Chiang’s contributions are particularly notable for bridging developmental psychology with cutting-edge educational technology, offering practical insights for designing more effective, learner-centered digital environments. Her work continues to inspire educators and researchers seeking to harness IoT and robotics for meaningful, scaffolded language acquisition in young learners.