Dimitrios Kotsifakos

Bio: Dimitrios Kotsifakos is an academic researcher from University of Piraeus. The author has contributed to research in topics: Vocational education & Curriculum. The author has an hindex of 4, co-authored 18 publications receiving 48 citations.

Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) for vocational education in Greece

Abstract: The purpose of this article is to investigate how to design and organize Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) courses for students of Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET). Our work has been triggered by the fact that the Greek government following European standards for training has enacted a two-hour STEM course for the first class of the technical high schools. Through an enriched learning environment, we analyze the teaching mechanisms as well as the actions that should be implemented with the intention of supporting vocational educational students to acquire the best preparation for the STEM courses. We present several learning strategies that utilize educational technologies in order for the students and the teachers of TVET to achieve the optimum adaptation.

Design and Development of a Learning Management System for Vocational Education

Abstract: In this paper, we present the initial design and implementation of a Learning Management System (L.M.S.) targeting to support Vocational Lyceum students with their laboratory courses. We address the support of laboratory courses for vocational High School students by proposing an approach through the use of this L.M.S. that is appropriately designed and organized. We describe the needs that are covered on the specific knowledge field, the system capabilities and the planned extensions. We provide a detailed description of the user roles supported, the design and implementation phases of the system as well as the technologies leveraged. A case study on the use of the L.M.S. is also presented. We also present the Artificial Intelligent (A.I.) embedded capabilities which target the learner's personalized experience and support.

Vocational Education and Training Apprenticeship: Using Teaching and Learning Analytics in a Learning Management System for improved Collaboration, Individual Empowerment and Development of Apprentices

Abstract: The Vocational Education and Training (VET) curriculum aims to provide students with the necessary skills to make them employable and successful in their specialties Therefore, an increasing number of VET curricula are employing various resources to equip students with 21st century skills such as critical thinking, creativity, communication, collaboration, and information literacy In this paper, we explore the key dimensions of active learning for empowering and enriching Collaboration, Individual Empowerment, and Development of the apprentices’ learning processes through Teaching and Learning Analytics (TLA), in a Learning Management System (LMS) for VET apprenticeships We describe in detail “how TLA can “work” in a VET environment, and we present how we organize the TLA methodology inside the proposed LMS

Web-Based Personalized Diagnostic Evaluation for the Apprenticeship through Gamification

Abstract: The aim of this article is to present an example of a diagnostic evaluation for the specialty of Informatics in the 4th post-secondary year - Apprenticeship. This diagnostic assessment focuses on whether basic concepts about web design have been assimilated by apprentices in their previous years of study, since the knowledge of internet technologies and knowledge of the construction and maintenance of websites or other online forms is considered one of the most necessary for those graduating from Vocational Education and Training. The recording of the percentage of previously acquired knowledge is done individually, through gamification techniques

A Game-Based Learning Platform for Vocational Education and Training

Abstract: This article records our contribution to the international debate on the use of modern technologies in the learning process. Our theme is the development of online games that support the learning processes of Vocational Education and Training. The medium we used for this implementation concerns an online platform that includes polymorphic games. The learning content of the platform refers to topics related to web-based algorithms, techniques and data flow methods, such as the Bellman-Ford, Dijkstra, Floyd, and Johnson algorithms. Each digital scenario has a specific goal. The completion of each scenario will familiarize the student/user with the process of the particular algorithm and how each algorithm is implemented in a networking environment. Our main goal of developing the platform is to use all the available modern technologies to create a strong overall learning experience through gaming that will also broaden the students’ knowledge of network algorithms.

The Human Condition.

Abstract: Human beings are described by many spiritual traditions as ‘blind’ or ‘asleep’ or ‘in a dream.’ These terms refers to the limited attenuated state of consciousness of most human beings caught up in patterns of conditioned thought, feeling and perception, which prevent the development of our latent, higher spiritual possibilities. In the words of Idries Shah: “Man, like a sleepwalker who suddenly ‘comes to’ on some lonely road has in general no correct idea as to his origins or his destiny.” In some religious traditions, such as Christianity and Islam, the myth of the ‘Fall from the Garden of Eden’ symbolizes the loss of the primordial state through the veiling of higher consciousness. Other traditions use similar metaphors to describe the spiritual condition of humanity:

Uml Distilled A Brief Guide To The Standard Object Modeling Language

Abstract: Software engineering is concerned with the development and evolution of high-quality software systems in a systematic, controlled, and efficient manner. Software engineers are concerned with safety and reliability of the product as well as the cost and schedule of the development process. The lectures and the group projects will cover all aspects of the software life cycle, from development team management, problem specification and analysis, system design techniques, implementation and documentation practices, testing, to maintenance and evaluation of the final product.

Digital Escape Rooms as Innovative Pedagogical Tools in Education: A Systematic Literature Review

Abstract: This paper aims to present a systematic literature review on state-of-the-art Educational Escape Rooms (EERs) with the use of digital technologies. More specifically, the focus of the study is to present the current developments and trends concerning Digital Educational Escape Rooms (DEERs) and investigate how they foster learning outcomes for online learners. Additionally, the present study provides insights into the design process of such technology enhanced EERs. This review is attributed to identifying and covering research gaps since the current literature has focused on the pedagogical aspects of Escape Rooms (ERs) in education, but no studies seem to have been conducted in regard to the pedagogical implications of Digital Escape Rooms (DERs) in educational environments. Based on the exhaustive literature review, an agenda for future research is promised and the implications for designing innovative ER approaches have been highlighted. The anatomy of the fundamental components of conducting systematic literature reviews was followed. The results of the review could be addressed to multidisciplinary teams related to education, game researchers, educational researchers, faculty members, scholars, instructors, and protagonists of educational systems to encourage them to thoroughly study the core elements of DEERs and how they can be applied in virtual educational contexts to facilitate students’ learning achievements.

Basic Electrical Engineering

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Inquiry based learning models, information literacy, and student engagement: A literature review

Abstract: This paper explores the research literature relevant to the increasingly popular field of Inquiry Based Learning (IBL) practices in K-12 academic environments. IBL is constructivist and student-centered (Barron & Darling-Hammond, 2008; Condliffe, Visher, Bangser, Drohojowska & Saco 2016; Duffy & Raymer, 2010; Kuhlthau, Maniotes, & Caspari, 2015), leveraging student motivation and engagement through its grounding in authentic, relevant study (Deci & Ryan, 2016; SaundersStewart, Gyles, Shore & Bracewell, 2015). Recent research shows positive academic and achievement gains for students engaged in IBL work and the practice is growing. Some educators are experimenting with variations of increasingly student-driven models that privilege student choice and autonomy, such as 20% time or genius hour (Krebs & Zvi, 2015), passion-based learning (Maiers & Sandvold, 2010), and personalized learning (Bray & McClaskey, 2016). We name these more student-autonomous frameworks Student Driven Inquiry (SDI) models. The argument here is for qualitative research on the learner experience of these more recent SDI models in order to glean a more holistic understanding of the outcomes beyond grades and test scores. An examination of the recent literature on inquiry based learning, information literacy and student motivation demonstrates the need for qualitative work focused on the efficacy of a growing highly student-centered learning models.