Panayiota Polycarpou

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Panayiota Polycarpou is a pioneering researcher in human-robot interaction and educational technology, with a focus on leveraging social robots to enhance language learning. Her work bridges the gap between artificial intelligence and pedagogy, exploring how humanoid robots can assess and develop listening and speaking skills in engaging, play-based contexts. Her most-cited paper, “Don’t Read My Lips: Assessing Listening and Speaking Skills Through Play with a Humanoid Robot” (2016, 11 citations), demonstrates her innovative approach to using robots as interactive tools for language assessment, moving beyond traditional methods to create immersive learning experiences. This work highlights her commitment to designing technologies that foster natural communication and reduce anxiety in learners. Polycarpou’s contributions are particularly impactful in the field of educational robotics, where she has shown how playful, robot-mediated activities can provide real-time feedback and personalized support. Her research not only advances theoretical understanding of human-robot interaction but also offers practical applications for classrooms and therapy settings. With a growing citation record, Polycarpou is recognized for her creative integration of robotics into language education, inspiring future work on adaptive, empathetic learning systems that respond to individual needs.