Elitsa Vasileva Peltekova

Dr. Elitsa Vasileva Peltekova is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Information Technologies at the Faculty of Mathematics and Informatics, Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski. With a PhD in Information Technologies, she has established herself as a prominent researcher in educational technology, focusing on innovative teaching methods and digital learning environments. Her work spans numerous EU-funded projects related to education technology and she maintains active research collaborations across Europe.

Dr. Peltekova's research interests center on virtual and augmented reality applications in education, inquiry-based learning methodologies, STEM education innovation, and learning analytics. She has pioneered approaches that combine traditional teaching tools with cutting-edge technology to create immersive learning experiences that significantly enhance student engagement and understanding. Her work particularly emphasizes bridging the gap between virtual learning environments and real-world applications, ensuring that technological innovations serve concrete educational outcomes rather than existing as novelties.

Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a consistent focus on practical applications of educational technology, with particular emphasis on virtual reality implementations in classroom settings. Her research trajectory shows increasing sophistication in integrating multiple technologies to address specific educational challenges, especially in STEM fields. She has developed frameworks for evaluating the effectiveness of these technologies, moving beyond mere implementation to rigorous assessment of learning outcomes.

Dr. Peltekova has been instrumental in securing and implementing numerous research projects funded by the European Union and Bulgarian national programs. These projects span educational technology development, teacher training initiatives, and innovative curriculum design across multiple disciplines. Her work with the Faculty of Mathematics and Informatics has positioned Sofia University as a regional leader in educational technology research and implementation.

She actively contributes to the academic community through conference organization, including the International Conference on Innovative Education, and serves as a mentor for young researchers through programs like EURAXESS Mentoring. Her office hours are held on Wednesdays from 10:00-12:00 during the winter semester 2024/2025 academic year, reflecting her commitment to student engagement and support.