Christina Gkreka

Papers

Total Citations

H-Index

About

Christina Gkreka’s research lies at the intersection of STEM education, robotics, and real-world problem-solving, with a focus on how technology can engage students in addressing societal challenges. Her most cited work, “Studying Real-World Societal Problems In A STEM Context Through Robotics” (2018), exemplifies this approach by detailing the design and implementation of three educational robotics workshops. These workshops were crafted to investigate how integrating authentic, societal issues—such as environmental or community-based problems—into robotics activities can foster deeper learning, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary skills in students. Although her citation count is currently modest, Gkreka’s contribution is significant for its practical, hands-on methodology that bridges theoretical STEM concepts with tangible, socially relevant applications. Her work offers a valuable framework for educators seeking to make robotics education more meaningful and impactful, encouraging students to see technology not just as a tool, but as a means to effect positive change. Gkreka’s research is a compelling example of how robotics can be leveraged to cultivate both technical competence and civic awareness in the next generation of innovators.