Eirini Geraniou

Professor Eirini Geraniou is a Professor of Mathematics Education at University College London's Institute of Education (IOE), specifically within the Curriculum, Pedagogy & Assessment department. She holds an ORCID identifier 0000-0002-6360-0316 and serves as the Departmental Enterprise and Innovation Lead since August 2022. Her academic journey spans teaching mathematics at secondary school and university levels, along with extensive work on research projects focused on digital tools for mathematics education.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from University of Crete
• Master of Science in Mathematics Education from University of Warwick
• Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics Education from University of Warwick
• Qualified Teacher Status from Department for Education (2006)

Professor Geraniou's research focuses on the intersection of mathematics education and digital technologies. Her work explores how computational thinking and mathematical thinking interact, the development of mathematical digital competencies for teaching, and the design of effective tasks that leverage technology to enhance mathematical learning. She has made significant contributions to understanding how students develop algebraic generalization through computer-based environments and how augmented reality can enhance spatial skills in geometry learning. Her research often examines the practical implementation of digital tools in real classroom settings, addressing both the potential and limitations of technology in mathematics education.

Her recent publications reveal a strong trend toward examining the integration of AI and computational tools in mathematics education, with particular attention to mathematical modeling, assessment practices, and teacher competencies in the digital age. She has been instrumental in defining frameworks for mathematical digital competency and exploring the critical dimensions of technology use in mathematics classrooms.

Scientific Awards:

• UCL Faculty Education Award (2021)
• UCL Provost Education Team Award shortlist (2021)
• HEA Senior Fellow (2020)

Professor Geraniou actively supervises graduate students, currently guiding 5 PhD students and 1 EdD student, plus one completed MPhil in 2019. She has secured numerous research grants including projects funded by the Education Endowment Foundation, EU Horizon, Royal Society, and Novo Nordisk Foundation. Her leadership extends to significant collaborative projects such as "Transforming Education with Emerging Technologies" (EU Horizon, 2022-2025) and "Programming, computational thinking and mathematical digital competencies" (Novo Nordisk Foundation, 2020-2023). She also serves as an elected Board Member of the European Society for Research in Mathematics Education (ERME) since 2021.

Professor Geraniou leads the Mathematics Education Group at UCL IOE and is actively involved with CambridgeMaths. Her work bridges research and practice, connecting with teachers through initiatives like the Teach First Programme where she served as Mathematics Subject Lead (2017-2022) and Subject Tutor (2011-2022). She has developed and led multiple MA modules including "Understanding Mathematics Education," "Mathematics for Teachers," and "Digital Technologies for Mathematical Learning."