Apostolia Galani

National and Kapodistrian University of Athens

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Apostolia Galani is an education researcher whose work centers on the intersection of technology and primary education, with a particular focus on educational robotics (ER) as a pedagogical tool. Her most recognized contributions take the form of systematic literature reviews examining how robotics is being integrated into elementary school settings, analyzing peer-reviewed studies published between 2012 and 2019 to identify trends, outcomes, and key factors shaping the field. Through rigorous bibliographic database searches, Galani has helped synthesize a growing but fragmented body of research, making it more accessible to educators, curriculum designers, and policymakers seeking evidence-based guidance on technology integration. Her 2020 and 2021 publications on educational robotics in primary education have collectively garnered 18 citations, reflecting a meaningful degree of engagement from the academic community in a specialized niche. By mapping the landscape of ER research at the primary level, Galani's work serves as a valuable entry point for scholars and practitioners exploring how hands-on, robot-assisted learning environments can support young learners. Her contributions underscore the growing importance of STEM-oriented methodologies in early education and highlight the need for continued empirical investigation in this evolving domain.