RILL
Research and Innovation
in Learning & Leadership

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Main thematic areas
Educational Leadership, Entrepreneurial Leadership and Education, Teachers’ Training and Development, Skills Development, Adult Education, Vocational Training
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Overview

RILL - Research and Innovation in Learning & Leadership is a forward-looking research laboratory at Frederick University devoted to enhancing educational practices and leadership capabilities in response to today’s rapidly evolving learning landscape.

At the heart of RILL’s mission are five core areas: Vocational Training, Entrepreneurial Education, Educational Leadership, Teachers' Training & Development, and Skills Development.

Through these focus areas, RILL aims to support current and future educators, leaders, and professionals in building essential resilience, adaptability, and innovation skills. Recognizing the complex challenges facing education - from evolving technological tools to the pressing need for sustainable, inclusive frameworks - RILL prioritizes applied research and real-world learning opportunities that bridge the gap between academic insights and hands-on practice.

The lab is designed as a collaborative hub where research and expertise converge, fostering partnerships across educational institutions, industry, and community organizations. This interdisciplinary approach not only encourages fresh perspectives but also ensures that research outcomes are both actionable and relevant to a diverse range of educational contexts. Ultimately, RILL is committed to advancing a culture of continuous learning and leadership that empowers individuals to navigate and shape the future of education and society in meaningful ways. Innovation remains a core principle of RILL, driving its projects and vision to inspire new directions and impactful solutions in education.

The main research interests and activities of the members of the lab are related to:

Educational Leadership, Entrepreneurial Leadership and Education, Teachers’ Training and Development, Skills Development, Adult Education, Vocational Training.

PositionNameDepartmentResearch Domain
Lead researcher Dr Manos Pavlakis Education Educational Leadership, Entrepreneurial Education, Teachers’ Training & Development, Skills’ Development, Vocational Training
Senior researcher Dr Effrosyni Kostara Education Teachers’ Training & Development, Teachers’ Professional Development, Skills’ Development, Curriculum Studies, Teaching Methodology, Adult Education
Junior researcher Michaella Christodoulou, PhD(c) Education Educational Leadership, Entrepreneurial leadership and education, entrepreneurship in education, successful school leadership