Stéphane SIMONIAN

Stéphane SIMONIAN is a University Professor and Director of the ECP laboratory at the University of Lyon 2. His research focuses on learning scenarios and sociocultural affordance, with contributions to teacher professionalism and digital learning environments. He explores how educators and learners interact with technological tools, emphasizing the enacted ecosystem of activity.

Key research interests include educational robotics, telepresence technologies, and the sociocultural dimensions of pedagogical practices. His work bridges theory and practice, addressing topics like teacher adaptation to digital tools (e.g., Pronote software) and the integration of robots in educational settings.

Simonian’s publications analyze telepresence robots’ impact on sick students, e-learning continuity, and gamification strategies. He actively participates in international conferences, discussing themes such as ecological approaches to education and learning regulation in digital contexts.

As a director of the ECP laboratory, he leads interdisciplinary projects on educational innovation. Collaborations include institutions like INSA Lyon and ENS de Lyon.