Ayano Tsuda, MA

Qualifications:

Kyoto University, PhD Candidate in Educational Psychology
Kyoto University, MA in Educational Psychology
Japan Lutheran College, BA in Clinical Psychology
Hosei University, BA in Liberal Arts

Current and Previous Academic Affiliations:

2025 – Now, Yamanashi Gakuin University, iCLA (International College of Liberal Arts), Lecturer
2025 – Now, Advanced Telecommunications Research Institute International, Department of Brain Robot Interface, Affiliated Researcher
2022 – 2025, Advanced Telecommunications Research Institute International, Department of Brain Robot Interface, Extramural Research Internship
2015 – 2025, Kyoto University, Graduate School of Education, Teaching Assistant

Profile

Ayano Tsuda specializes in the study of learning sciences, employing self-report questionnaires and physiological measures such as heart rate and skin conductance. Her work applies educational psychology theories across diverse settings to explore the role of emotions, self-regulated learning, and goal setting. She has conducted research on physiological synchrony between individuals during collaborative activities. She is currently working alongside experts in rehabilitation and robotics on an interdisciplinary project exploring the impact of self-efficacy on exoskeleton use in stroke rehabilitation. By integrating insights from educational psychology, the project seeks to enhance patient outcomes and optimize rehabilitation strategies.