Ivan Lopes Barroso

Dr. Ivan Lopes Barroso is a researcher affiliated with the School of Communication, Architecture, Arts and Technologies (ECATI) and the HEI-Lab (Digital Laboratories of Environments and Human Interactions). He has been actively involved in projects like Y4Y: Youth for Youth and TEGA: Training Educators via Serious Games, supported by the Erasmus+ program. His research focuses on video game culture, game design, and educational applications of gaming in contemporary society.

• PhD Student in Digital Media or related field
• Research interests include serious games, educational technology, and student engagement

His scholarly work spans interdisciplinary domains, involving collaborations across Europe. Recent publications analyze tabletop and digital game-based learning, with an emphasis on critical thinking and 21st-century skills. While not explicitly stated, his role as a researcher in funded projects suggests significant contributions to pedagogical innovation.