Gabriella Rodolico

Dr. Gabriella Rodolico is a Senior Lecturer (Pedagogy, Praxis & Faith) at the University of Glasgow's School of Education, specializing in Science Education (Biology). She holds a PhD in Biotechnological Science from The Second University of Naples and a PGDE in Biology with Science from the University of Strathclyde. With extensive experience spanning secondary education and higher education, she bridges pedagogical theory and practice through innovative technology integration.

Her research focuses on two interconnected pillars: educational technology (particularly Virtual Reality applications in teacher training) and international education (developing cross-cultural learning frameworks). She leads projects examining VR's impact on pedagogical confidence, Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) efficacy, and STEM education through remotely delivered challenges. Current investigations explore generative AI's role in reshaping student identity formation and immersive technology's potential for transformative learning experiences.

Rodolico's scholarly publications demonstrate consistent focus on technology-mediated pedagogy, with recent works examining: VR's capacity to develop teacher self-efficacy; raciolinguistic dynamics in international digital exchanges; strategies for maintaining student wellbeing in global online collaborations; and ethical considerations of AI integration. Her research consistently emphasizes participatory approaches and equitable access.

Awards & Recognition:

• University of Glasgow Teaching Excellence Award (2020-21)
• LearnSci Teaching Innovation Award (2021-22)

Grants & Projects: She has secured multiple competitive grants including Erasmus+ funding for VR pedagogy exchanges, Global Challenges Research Fund for diabetes education in Pakistan, and College Strategic Research Fund for international STEM challenges. Her projects typically involve cross-departmental teams (e.g., Engineering collaborations) and global partnerships with institutions in India, Italy, and Sweden.

Teaching & Supervision: She leads PGDE Biology and Science programs, develops undergraduate courses on educational futures, and co-supervises doctoral research on VR's impact on language anxiety. Her teaching philosophy centers on creating triangulated learning ecosystems connecting universities, schools, and communities.