I am currently a Research Fellow in the Knowledge Media Institute of The Open University. I hold a Ph.D. in Informatics from Manchester Business School, an M.Phil. in Computation from the University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology (UMIST), and a B.Eng. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Patras, Greece.
I have more than 10 years of research experience in the field of Technology-Enhanced Learning and specifically in personalised learning, self-regulated learning, lifelong learning, open educational resources and rich interactive learning materials, as well as applications of blockchain technology in education.
I am the author of over 100 articles that have been published in peer-reviewed journals, conferences and books.
I have been awarded and worked on a wide range of European and nationally funded research projects.
News
Developing accessible network simulation software for the visually impaired
Keynote and Special Track at eLmL 2020
The Open Education Global 2020 conference: Connecting the global open education community
Erasmus Days 2020: Three days of celebration of the Erasmus+ Programme
The 23rd International Conference on Interactive Collaborative Learning
Supporting Lifelong Learning with Blockchain Technology
ALT’s Summer Summit 2020
Open Blockchain presented to the W3C Credentials Group
QualiChain passes first review with flying colours
PT Anywhere in the UK Government Digital Skills Toolkit
Publications
Journal Article: A Case Study on the Decentralisation of Lifelong Learning Using Blockchain Technology
Book Chapter: Blockchain Applications in Lifelong Learning and the Role of the Semantic Blockchain
Journal Article: PT Anywhere - A Mobile Environment for Practical Learning of Network Engineering
Edited Book: Responsive Open Learning Environments
Projects
DEL4ALL
Transforming European research and innovation initiatives in the area of Digital Enhanced Learning
QualiChain
Decentralised Qualifications' Verification and Management for Learner Empowerment, Education Reengineering and Public Sector Transformation
Open Networking Lab
Practical learning about computer networking
OpenLang Network
A language learning network for Erasmus+ KA1 mobility participants