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Anna Yaghobová is a PhD student and Research Assistant at the Department of Software and Computer Science Education, Faculty of Mathematics and Physics, Charles University, while simultaneously teaching mathematics and computer science at Gymnázium Christiana Dopplera in Prague.
Education:
- Doctorate in General Questions of Mathematics and Computer Science, Charles University (2021–present); Dissertation: Digital systems – computing education after curricular reform
- Master’s Degree in Training Teachers of Mathematics and Computer Science, Charles University (2019–2021); Thesis: Preconceptions of secondary school students about the internet
- Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics and Computer Science Education, Charles University (2016–2019); Thesis: Engagement of Ozobots in teaching algorithmization and computer science thinking
Research Focus: Anna investigates preconceptions about internet infrastructure and computer principles among primary/secondary students and teachers. Her work develops evidence-based educational materials using conceptual change theory, with emphasis on making abstract digital systems tangible for young learners through model lessons and multimedia resources. Current projects address curriculum gaps following Czech educational reforms in digital technology education.
Scientific Recognition:
- Winner of research section Czech-Slovak Student Scientific Conference in Didactics of Computer Science (2023)
- Best poster awards at CERA 2022 and CERA 2021
Research Leadership: Anna serves as principal investigator for Charles University Grant Agency project GAUK 360322 and research assistant on Czech Science Foundation project GAČR 22-20771S (Internet4Kids). She supervises graduate theses and teaches university courses while maintaining active K-12 teaching practice. Her international collaborations include academic internships at German and Portuguese universities, reflecting her commitment to global perspectives in computing education research.
Lab Affiliation: She conducts research at Charles University's Advanced Multimedia Learning Laboratory, which supports development of the Internet4Kids educational portal and other multimedia teaching resources for digital literacy education.
