University of
Ioannina
Ioannina, Greece
The University of Ioannina is a public higher-education institution located in northwestern Greece, in the city of Ioannina. It was founded in 1964. Today, it is a well-established research-oriented university, offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across a wide range of disciplines, including natural sciences, education, health sciences, humanities, engineering, and social sciences. More than 20000 students studied at the University.
The university is recognized nationally and internationally for its academic output and contribution to research and teacher education. University of Ioannina
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Konstantinos T. Kotsis
Professor of Science Education
Department of Primary Education
The Department of Primary Education at the University of Ioannina (Παιδαγωγικό Τμήμα Δημοτικής Εκπαίδευσης) is part of the School of Education and was established in 1982, beginning its academic operation in 1984. It offers a full undergraduate programme leading to a Bachelor in Primary Education with a standard duration of eight semesters and annually admits around 300 students. The department’s mission focuses on advancing pedagogical sciences, preparing future primary school teachers through theoretical and applied educational training and supporting research and quality improvement in education. It also provides postgraduate pathways including master’s and PhD studies with several specialized areas of focus. The department has a substantial academic staff and engages in diverse research activities and scholarly output in education and related fields.
1st and 2nd Experimental Schools of Ioannina
The 1st and 2nd Experimental Schools of Ioannina are public experimental primary schools located in the centre of Ioannina, Greece. They serve as a site for innovative educational practices and research into teaching and learning in primary education. The schools emphasizes modern, student-centred pedagogy and aims to support the all-round development of pupils through creative, exploratory learning activities. It also cooperates with universities and educational researchers as part of its role in advancing educational practice.
