Body, technology and STEM education: an interview with professor Roberto Araya

Abstract

This interview with Professor Roberto Araya, conducted during the Co-institutional International Study Mission carried out at the University of Chile, examines how his research in the fields of STEM education, digital competencies, and the integration of body and technology contributes to innovative pedagogical practices. A leading scholar in Mathematics Education and Educational Technologies, Araya discusses the potential of interdisciplinary methodologies, the use of artificial intelligence, and “unplugged” strategies, while also reflecting on the role of the body and non-verbal cues in learning processes. The dialogue further addresses the challenges and possibilities of cross-border teaching initiatives and teacher education for digital and collaborative learning environments. Overall, the interview provides theoretical and methodological insights into how technologically mediated educational practices can expand forms of interaction, creativity, and knowledge production in contemporary schooling.