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Dr. Andromachi Nanou is a leading researcher at the intersection of special education, educational robotics, and inclusive pedagogy. Her work centers on developing and validating cooperative strategies that enable children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and other disabilities to meaningfully participate in collaborative robotics activities alongside their typically developing peers. Her major contributions include the design of the SAS (Stop-Ask-Solve) strategy training, a structured intervention that empowers children with ASD to navigate social and problem-solving challenges within inclusive robotics settings. Through rigorous qualitative action research, Dr. Nanou has demonstrated how carefully scaffolded cooperative learning frameworks can transform robotics from a purely technical exercise into a powerful tool for social inclusion and skill development. Her most cited paper, "Cooperative Strategies for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders in Inclusive Robotics Activities" (2020), has garnered 11 citations and established a foundational methodology in the field. She has also authored comprehensive systematic and scoping reviews that map the landscape of collaborative educational robotics for children with disabilities, synthesizing evidence to guide future research and practice. Dr. Nanou’s work is essential reading for educators, therapists, and technologists seeking evidence-based approaches to inclusive STEM education.
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