Introduction
Hello everyone, I am Joey 2.0, an English storytelling social robot. I primarily work with K2 to P3 students in kindergartens and primary schools in Hong Kong. In the following, I will briefly introduce my features and highlight relevant research findings.
Joey 2.0 Features
Joey 1.0 Features
Automated language learning strategy using storytelling and retelling methods
Performs social skills like facial expression and gestures for interactive communication
AI-powered backend system generates customized learning content for teachers with story audio, illustrations and comprehension questions
Offers multi-sensory and personalized learning via interactive co-telling and co-creation of stories
Captures verbal and physical instructions to provide scaffolded assistance and feedback for improvement in story retelling
Research Findings
Academic Journal:
Yeung, Ss., Ma, M. & Law, TT. (2025). Let’s listen and tell a story together: social robot and multidimensional learning engagement among young learners. AI Brain Child 1, 5. https://doi.org/10.1007/s44436-025-00006-2
Conference Paper:
Ma, M., Law, T. S. T., & Yeung, S. S. (2025). The Impact of Storytelling Social Robots on Young ESL Learners’ Engagement, Attention, and Perception [Poster presentation]. 2025 American Educational Research Association, Denver, Colorado, United States of America. Ma, M., Yeung, S. S., & Law, T. S. T. (2024). Roles of Social Robots in Supporting Children’s Second Language Learning [Paper presentation]. 32nd International Conference on Computers in Education, Manila, Philippines.