Papers
16
Total Citations
116
H-Index
7
About
Gottfried Koppensteiner is a researcher whose work sits at the intersection of educational robotics, STEM engagement, and entrepreneurship education. His scholarship consistently explores how technology can be made more accessible and inspiring for young learners, with a particular focus on designing intuitive pathways into complex fields. His early work on smartphone-driven robot control demonstrated a forward-thinking approach to simplifying human-robot interaction, recognizing that increasingly sophisticated robotics demanded more user-friendly interfaces. This contribution, garnering 15 citations, laid groundwork for his broader investigations into robotics as a pedagogical tool — a theme he has revisited across multiple editions of "Robotics in Education," collectively accumulating over 38 citations. Koppensteiner has also championed inclusive and participative learning models, notably through cross-generational educational robotics projects and his research on multiple STEM entry points for young people. His work on entrepreneurial skills development at the secondary school level reflects a holistic vision of education that prepares students not only technically but professionally. With a body of work spanning over a decade, Koppensteiner has established himself as a meaningful contributor to the dialogue around modern, engaged, and skills-focused STEM education.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1Robotics in Education23 citations · 2019
- 2Smartphone driven control of robots for education and research15 citations · 2013
- 3Offering Multiple Entry-Points into STEM for Young People13 citations · 2016
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- 5Robotics in Education10 citations · 2017
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- 7Architectural Overview and Hedgehog in Use7 citations · 2017
- 8Project-Based Learning Focused on Cross-Generational Challenges7 citations · 2019
- 9A Study on Pupils’ Motivation to Pursue a STEM Career5 citations · 2020
- 10Robotics in Education5 citations · 2022