Michalis Ioannou

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Michalis Ioannou is a researcher specializing in educational technology, robotics, and early childhood education, with a particular focus on integrating innovative tools into formal and non-formal learning environments. His work sits at the intersection of STEM education and educational robotics (ER), exploring how emerging technologies can enhance learning outcomes across diverse age groups and abilities. Ioannou's most cited contribution, "Teaching the Notion of Speed in Kindergarten Using the Sphero SPRK Robot" (2017, 14 citations), demonstrates his commitment to making complex scientific concepts accessible to young learners, advocating for quality STEM experiences beginning in early childhood. This work reflects a broader understanding that foundational learning during kindergarten years carries lasting developmental benefits. A significant strand of his research addresses the relationship between emotional intelligence and educational robotics, culminating in the development of the EI-EDUROBOT framework (2020). This innovative instrument bridges social-emotional learning with ICT-driven pedagogy, with notable implications for Special Education — an underserved but increasingly important area within ER research. Through his body of work, Ioannou contributes meaningfully to conversations about how robotics and technology can be thoughtfully and inclusively embedded in education, serving both mainstream and special needs learners from the earliest stages of schooling.