Lucia Rapanotti

Lucia Rapanotti is an esteemed academic with extensive experience in computing and digital innovation, currently serving as Professor Emeritus and Associate Lecturer at The Open University since 1996. Throughout a distinguished career, Lucia has held various leadership roles, including Professor of Digital Innovation, where responsibilities involved supervising research students and chairing Masters level projects, and Associate Dean across multiple faculties, focusing on curriculum quality and strategic development for STEM education. Notable contributions include leading curriculum analytics initiatives, designing innovative digital curriculum, and overseeing software development projects that enhanced educational technology. Lucia's expertise extends to editorial positions and external examination roles with various academic institutions and publications, alongside a robust research background in computing systems. Academic qualifications include a PhD in Computer Science from Newcastle University and a Bachelor of Science in Economics with Mathematical Sciences from The Open University.