Rossella Santagata

Rossella Santagata is an educational researcher specializing in mathematics and science education across formal and informal settings. She pioneers the use of video technologies to analyze learning interactions and enhance teacher professional competence, particularly in educational environments serving marginalized youth. Her work extends to partnerships with schools and non-profit educational agencies, including the Orange County Educational Advancement Network (OCEAN).

Research Interests:

• Video-based analysis of instructional practices
• Teacher professional development and equity
• Generative AI applications in collaborative learning
• Climate change education and digital tools
• Cross-cultural studies of teaching practices

Article Trends: Her recent publications emphasize teacher noticing frameworks, AI integration in education, and equity-driven pedagogy. Key themes include:

• Designing value-sensitive AI tools for environmental education
• Co-designing teacher learning with families and communities
• Using GenAI to simulate climate change discussions
• Measuring professional vision through standardized instruments
• Longitudinal impacts of video-based interventions on teaching quality

Methodological Contributions: Santagata’s work bridges research-practice partnerships, focusing on authentic problem-solving in urban education systems. Her studies explore the intersection of cultural beliefs, instructional strategies, and technology-mediated learning.