Gabriella Rodolico

Dr. Gabriella Rodolico serves as a Senior Lecturer in Science Education (Biology) at the University of Glasgow's School of Education, bringing a unique combination of biotechnology expertise and educational innovation. With a PhD in Biotechnology specializing in Pharmacological Science and Physiopathology from The Second University of Naples, she has successfully bridged the gap between scientific research and educational practice. She currently leads the innovative course "Generative AI in Education" on Coursera, which has attracted over 4,800 learners. Her research interests focus on implementing innovative technology in Initial Teacher Education, particularly Virtual Reality and AI integration. Her international perspective has been enriched through multiple ERASMUS+ funded projects, allowing her to develop cross-cultural educational insights. As a self-described "digital immigrant" with high technology self-efficacy, she specializes in connecting traditional teaching methods with modern technological innovations. Her work encompasses both technology integration and internationalization in education, contributing significantly to the development of modern teaching practices and cross-cultural educational understanding