Chronis Kynigos

National and Kapodistrian University of Athens

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Chronis Kynigos is a leading researcher in educational robotics, with a focus on designing learning experiences that integrate science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through hands-on, problem-based activities. His work centers on how robotic kits and tools can serve as mediating artifacts for deeper conceptual understanding, moving beyond simple programming to include electronics and engineering design. A key contribution is the development of the "Activity Plan Template," a mediating tool that supports educators in crafting effective learning designs with robotics, a paper that has garnered 23 citations and influenced curriculum design. Kynigos also played a central role in the ER4STEM project, which advanced educational robotics across Europe, earning 19 citations. His research uniquely emphasizes using robotics to tackle real-world societal problems, as seen in his workshops that connect STEM learning to authentic challenges. Through his work on platforms like RobIn—a robotic insect design that balances programming with hardware construction—Kynigos has helped shape a more holistic, interdisciplinary approach to child-robot interaction, preparing young learners for a technologically complex future.