Mina C. Johnson-Glenberg

Dr. Mina C. Johnson-Glenberg is a Professor of Cognitive Psychology in the Department of Psychology at Arizona State University, USA. She was invited as a guest lecturer by the LDAR laboratory to present her research on embodiment and new technologies in education.

Her research focuses on leveraging immersive technologies such as Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Extended Reality (XR) to enhance learning, particularly in STEM disciplines. She investigates how embodied cognition—the idea that cognitive processes are deeply rooted in the body’s interactions with the environment—can be integrated into digital learning environments to improve engagement and knowledge retention.

Dr. Johnson-Glenberg’s work bridges cognitive science and educational innovation, emphasizing experiential and interactive learning through cutting-edge technologies. Her research has implications for the future of instructional design and technology-enhanced learning.

Although no specific publications or awards are listed in the available text, her invited lecture underscores her recognition in the academic community as a leading voice in XR-based education.

• Affiliation: Department of Psychology, Arizona State University
• Invited by: Laboratory LDAR
• Event: Guest Lecture on Embodiment and New Technologies
• Date: October 10, 2019
• Venue: Maison internationale de la recherche, Neuville-sur-Oise

She has contributed to advancing the understanding of how immersive technologies can transform education, particularly in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. While details on advising, grants, or lab affiliations are not provided in the text, her academic rank and research focus indicate an active and influential role in her field.