Regular biography
Dr Marie Boden is a Senior Lecturer in External Engagement – Outreach at the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, The University of Queensland. Her research focuses on the human-centred design of digital technology, particularly in social robotics and the development of tools to support teaching and learning. Marie collaborates with users through co-design and participatory design projects, employing both quantitative and qualitative methods. Her work has been recognized with a Digital Disrupter award by the Australian Computer Society in 2017 and has informed the Technologies Curriculum in Queensland. Marie is also actively involved in outreach programs for primary and high school students in STEM subjects, with awards for her contributions in this area.
Scholar-generated biography
Marie Boden is a researcher at The University of Queensland specializing in Interaction Design. Her work explores the integration of technology in educational settings, focusing on how interactive systems can enhance learning and engagement. She investigates the role of humanoid robots in fostering computational thinking and language learning among students, as well as the impact of AI-generated feedback on student well-being and academic outcomes. Her research also addresses the design of tangible and ubiquitous technologies for learning, emphasizing participatory approaches and the social dimensions of technology use in classrooms. Boden's studies highlight the importance of human-centered design in educational innovation.