Pedro Guillermo Feijóo-García

Pedro Guillermo Feijóo-García is a Lecturer in the School of Computing's Instruction department, specializing in educational technology and computer science pedagogy. His work focuses on developing inclusive learning tools like tangible block-based programming systems (e.g., fableBlocks, BlockXR), virtual human agents for mental health support, and participatory design methodologies.

Key research themes include mitigating programming anxiety, improving CS education through student-generated content, and leveraging extended reality (XR) for social good initiatives. Notable projects include GALILEO (emergency management systems) and RoBlock (mobile robotics-based learning platforms).

He has collaborated on cross-cultural studies involving gender representation in virtual agents, accents in counseling interfaces, and neurodiverse-inclusive XR design. His work spans both North American and South American academic contexts, with a focus on equity in STEM education.

• Education Focus Areas: Active learning, peer teaching strategies, and scaffolded instructional tools
• Technology Development: Block-based programming environments, virtual human design, and georeferenced emergency systems
• Sociocultural Themes: Mental health in CS populations, gender representation in AI, and multilingual UX design