Publications

Peer-reviewed journal articles and conference presentations.

International journal publications

  • J4

    M. Margaritis, C. Fidas and N. Avouris, “A framework to facilitate building of collaborative learning applications”, Advanced Technology for Learning (ATL) International Journal, Special Issue on Technology for Collaborative Learning, vol. 4, no. 1, 2007. PDF

  • J3

    N. Avouris, G. Fiotakis, G. Kahrimanis, M. Margaritis and V. Komis, “Beyond logging of fingertip actions: analysis of collaborative learning using multiple sources of data”, Journal of Interactive Learning Research (JILR), vol. 18(2), pp. 231–250, Special Issue: Usage Analysis in Learning Systems — Existing Approaches and Scientific Issues, April 2007. PDF

  • J2

    M. Margaritis, N. Avouris, G. Kahrimanis, “On Supporting Users’ Reflection during Small Groups Synchronous Collaboration”, 12th International Workshop on Groupware, CRIWG 2006, Valladolid, Spain, September 17–21, 2006. Groupware: Design, Implementation and Use, LNCS 4154, pp. 140–154, Springer Verlag, 2006. PDF

  • J1

    N. Avouris, V. Komis, M. Margaritis, G. Fiotakis, “An environment for studying collaborative learning activities”, Journal of Educational Technology & Society, Special Issue on Technology-Enhanced Learning, 7 (2), pp. 34–41, April 2004. PDF

International and Greek conferences

  • C30

    E. Voyiatzaki, M. Margaritis and N. Avouris, “Analysis of Synchronous Collaboration: the Teachers’ Perspective”, Proceedings of the 5th ETPE Conference, Thessaloniki, 4–8 October 2006 (revised version of [C29]).

  • C29

    E. Voyiatzaki, M. Margaritis and N. Avouris, “Collaborative Interaction Analysis: The teachers’ perspective”, Proc. ICALT 2006 — 6th IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies, Kerkrade, Netherlands, July 5–7, 2006, pp. 345–349.

  • C28

    E. Voyiatzaki, Ch. Hristakoudis, M. Margaritis, “Design of learning activities by teachers: An approach based on computer-supported synchronous and asynchronous collaborative tools”, 3rd Conference of Education and ICT, Syros, May 2005 (in Greek).

  • C27

    N. Avouris, V. Komis, G. Fiotakis, M. Margaritis, E. Voyiatzaki, “Logging of fingertip actions is not enough for analysis of learning activities”, Proc. Workshop Usage Analysis in Learning Systems, AIED 2005, Amsterdam, July 2005 (link).

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    N. Avouris, V. Komis, G. Fiotakis, A. Dimitracopoulou, M. Margaritis, “Method and Tools for analysis of collaborative problem-solving activities”, Proceedings of ATIT 2004 — First International Workshop on Activity Theory Based Practical Methods for IT Design, Copenhagen, Denmark, September 2004, pp. 5–16. PDF

  • C26

    N. Avouris, M. Margaritis, V. Komis, “Modelling interaction during small-group synchronous problem-solving activities: The Synergo approach”, 2nd International Workshop on Designing Computational Models of Collaborative Learning Interaction, ITS 2004 — 7th Conference on Intelligent Tutoring Systems, Maceio, Brazil, September 2004.

  • C24

    M. Margaritis, N. Avouris, V. Komis, “An object-oriented method and tool for studying collaborative activities”, Proc. HCI 2004, Leeds, September 2004.

  • C23

    M. Xenos, N. Avouris, V. Komis, D. Stavrinoudis, M. Margaritis, “Application of synchronous distance collaboration methods in a Hellenic Open University course”, CSCL Workshop, Proceedings of the 4th ETPE Conference, vol. B, pp. 377–379, Athens, October 2004 (in Greek).

  • C22

    M. Margaritis, N. Avouris, V. Komis, “Methods and tools for representing collaborative learning activities”, Proceedings of the 4th ETPE Conference, vol. A, pp. 515–524, Athens, October 2004 (in Greek).

  • C21

    E. Voyiatzaki, Ch. Christakoudis, M. Margaritis, N. Avouris, “Teaching Algorithms using a Collaborative Computer Environment”, Proceedings of the 4th ETPE Conference, vol. B, pp. 641–647, Athens, October 2004 (in Greek).

  • C20

    M. Margaritis, N. Avouris, V. Komis, “Support for self-awareness in small groups during synchronous collaboration”, CSCL Workshop, Proceedings of the 4th ETPE Conference, vol. B, pp. 380–382, Athens, October 2004 (in Greek).

  • C19

    M. Xenos, N. Avouris, V. Komis, D. Stavrinoudis, M. Margaritis, “Synchronous Collaboration in Distance Education: A Case Study on a Computer Science Course”, Proc. IEEE ICALT 2004, Joensuu, Finland, September 2004.

  • C18

    M. Margaritis, N. Avouris, V. Komis, “Visualization of Synchronous Collaborative Modeling Activities”, Proc. IEEE ICALT 2004, Joensuu, Finland, September 2004, pp. 1088–1089 (extended abstract).

  • C17

    N. Avouris, V. Komis, M. Margaritis, C. Fidas, “ModellingSpace: A tool for synchronous collaborative problem solving”, Proceedings ED-MEDIA, AACE Conference, Lugano, June 2004.

  • C16

    N. Avouris, M. Margaritis, V. Komis, “The effect of group size in synchronous collaborative problem-solving activities”, Proceedings ED-MEDIA, AACE Conference, Lugano, June 2004.

  • C15

    E. Voyiatzaki, Ch. Christakoudis, M. Margaritis, N. Avouris, “Teaching Algorithms in Secondary Education: A Collaborative Approach”, Proceedings ED-MEDIA, AACE Conference, Lugano, June 2004.

  • C14

    E. Voyiatzaki, Ch. Christakoudis, M. Margaritis, N. Avouris, “A didactic approach on teaching flowcharts using a collaborative learning environment in secondary education”, Proceedings of the 2nd Conference on Didactics of Informatics, Volos, January 2004, pp. supl. 5–14 (in Greek).

  • C13

    N. Avouris, M. Margaritis, V. Komis, “Real-time Peer Collaboration in Open and Distance Learning”, Proc. 6th HERCMA 2003, Athens, September 2003.

  • C12

    M. Margaritis, C. Fidas, N. Avouris, V. Komis, “A peer-to-peer architecture for synchronous collaboration over low-bandwidth networks”, in K. Margaritis, I. Pitas (eds.) Proc. 9th PCI 2003, pp. 231–242, Thessaloniki, November 2003.

  • C11

    N. Avouris, V. Komis, G. Fiotakis, M. Margaritis, “On tools for analysis of collaborative problem solving”, Proc. 3rd IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technology (ICALT), Athens, July 2003.

    Best short paper award

  • C10

    N. Avouris, M. Margaritis, V. Komis, “Real-Time Collaborative Problem Solving: A Study on Alternative Coordination Mechanisms”, Proc. 3rd IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technology (ICALT), Athens, July 2003.

  • C9

    N. Avouris, A. Dimitracopoulou, V. Komis, M. Margaritis, “Participatory Analysis of Synchronous Collaborative Problem Solving using the OCAF Methodology and Tools”, Proc. CSCL 2003 Community events, pp. 232–234, Bergen, June 14–18, 2003.

  • C8

    N. Avouris, V. Komis, M. Margaritis, G. Fiotakis, “Tools to support interaction and collaboration analysis”, Proc. CSCL 2003 Community events, pp. 111–113, Bergen, June 14–18, 2003.

  • C7

    M. Margaritis, N. Avouris, V. Komis, A. Dimitracopoulou, “Real-time collaborative modelling over low-bandwidth networks”, Proc. CSCL 2003 Community events, pp. 138–140, Bergen, June 14–18, 2003.

  • C6

    M. Margaritis, N. Avouris, V. Komis, “The architecture and evaluation of a collaborative learning environment”, Proc. 6th Conf. Computer Based Learning in Science (CBLIS), pp. 781–791, Nicosia, Cyprus, 2003.

  • C5

    N. Avouris, M. Margaritis, V. Komis, A. Saez, R. Melendez, “ModellingSpace: Interaction Design and Architecture of a collaborative modelling environment”, Proc. 6th Conf. Computer Based Learning in Science (CBLIS), pp. 993–1004, Nicosia, Cyprus, 2003.

  • C4

    N. Avouris, V. Komis, G. Fiotakis, M. Margaritis, N. Tselios, “A tool to support Interaction and Collaboration Analysis of learning activities”, Proc. 6th Conf. Computer Based Learning in Science (CBLIS), pp. 215–225, Nicosia, Cyprus, 2003.

  • C3

    V. Komis, N. Avouris, A. Dimitracopoulou, M. Margaritis, “Aspects de la conception d’un environnement collaboratif de modélisation à distance”, Environnements Informatiques pour l’Apprentissage Humain, Strasbourg, 15–17 April 2003.

  • C2

    M. Margaritis, C. Stylios, P. Groumpos, “Fuzzy Cognitive Map Software”, International Conference on Software, Telecommunications and Computer Networks, October 8–11, 2002, Split, Dubrovnik (Croatia), Ancona, Venice (Italy).

  • C1

    M. Margaritis, C. Stylios, P. Groumpos, “FCM Analyst — A Fuzzy Cognitive Map Development and Simulation Tool”, CSIT — The 4th International Workshop on Computer Science and Information Technologies, in conjunction with the Patras International ICC Forum, 18–20 September 2002, Patras, Greece.