Experts Guide

Picot's research research examines artificial intelligence in teacher education, puzzle-based reasoning for developing creativity and problem-solving confidence and literacy practices that support engagement in mathematics, science and STEM learning.

Rosengrant pioneers innovative teaching through virtual reality, gaming and STEM technology as the driving force behind USF’s cutting-edge INQ Lab. His research focuses physics education and educational technologies. He aims to improve the quality of instruction that students in physics courses receive related to problem solving, classroom instruction and lab based settings.

Sears' research focuses on curriculum issues, change initiatives in K-20 STEM settings, the development of reasoning and proof skills, clinical experiences in secondary mathematics and the integration of technology in mathematics.

With three decades of combined experience in teaching, instruction, and curriculum development across K-12 educational settings, Arthur specializes in advancing innovative, experiential and inquiry-based teaching and learning. Her work focuses on evidence-based practices that support the preparation and ongoing development of pre- and in-service teachers across diverse subject areas. She has specific expertise in the design and execution of convergence education, universal design for learning (UDL), inquiry-based instruction, Generative Artificial Intelligence to support technological pedagogical content knowledge and cultivating content-rich, collaborative partnerships with local STEM-based organizations committed to inspiring and equipping the next generation of educators.