Associate Bio
Dr. Sonia Tiwari designs research-informed Learning Experiences for children.
As a former character designer, she currently research how GenAI characters (such as animated chatbots, intelligent speakers, smart toys) can serve as personalized learning experiences for kids.
She specializes in designing context-aware learning experiences for preschools and kindergarten classrooms, often involving illustrated short stories and maker activities aligned with developmentally-appropriate curriculum.
Current / Notable Projects
Previous Projects:
- Designing a Microbiology Game for Penn State.
Current Projects:
- Paper automata (mechanical paper toys) subscription service
Current / Previous Clients
- Digital Wellness Lab
- Penn State Learning Design and Technology
- California College of the Arts IxD
- Harvard Graduate School of Education