Efthymia Koiou

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Efthymia Koiou is an emerging researcher at the intersection of educational technology and human-robot interaction, with a primary focus on integrating augmented reality (AR) and social robotics into primary education. Her most cited work, "Using Augmented Reality and a Social Robot to Teach Geography in Primary School" (2023), demonstrates a pioneering approach to blending immersive digital tools with physical robotic agents to enhance spatial learning and student engagement. This study, which has garnered 5 citations, showcases her ability to design and evaluate novel, child-friendly interfaces that make abstract geographical concepts tangible and interactive. Koiou’s contributions lie in bridging the gap between theoretical frameworks of embodied cognition and practical classroom applications, offering evidence that social robots can serve as effective pedagogical partners when paired with AR visualizations. Her work is particularly notable for its emphasis on inclusive, hands-on learning experiences that cater to diverse student needs. As a young scholar, Koiou is helping to shape the future of smart classrooms, where technology adapts to the learner rather than the other way around. Her research holds promise for transforming how young students interact with complex subjects, making her a rising voice in the fields of educational robotics and augmented learning environments.