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Professor Florencia Anggoro is a faculty member at the College of the Holy Cross in the Psychology Department. Her research focuses on conceptual development, emphasizing the role of language, culture, and formal/informal learning experiences in shaping cognitive processes across ages. She holds a Ph.D. from Northwestern University and has been honored with multiple research grants and awards.
- Ph.D., Northwestern University
Her work bridges developmental psychology, cognitive science, and educational research, with particular emphasis on language-cognition interactions, STEM learning, and cross-cultural differences. She investigates biological induction, relational thinking, and the cognitive impacts of science communication tools like comics and museum exhibits.
The 15 most recent publications reflect her expertise in relational learning (2024-2017), cultural influences on cognition (2014-2021), and innovative educational interventions (2018-2024). Key themes include science communication, cognitive scaffolding, and cross-cultural developmental studies.
- 2020-2025 Templeton Foundation subaward for 'Exploring Religious Cognition and Development in Indonesia'
- 2020-2023 Templeton Foundation subaward for 'The Development of Scientific and Religious Concepts in Indonesia'
- 2019-2022 Scholarship in Action Grant for 'Scaffolding to Highlight Abstract Patterns in Exhibits'
- 2015-2020 IES grant for 'Seeds of STEM: Early Childhood Curriculum'
- 2015-2018 IES grant for 'STARS Project in Elementary Astronomy'
Her NSF-funded work on science museums and Templeton-funded cross-cultural studies demonstrate her commitment to advancing STEM education and understanding cognitive diversity globally.
