Ms. CHRYSOULA TSIRMPA | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award
Education counselor for Preschool Education, University of Patras Greece
Dr. Chrysoula Tsirmpa is an accomplished academic and preschool education expert from Patras, Greece. She completed her PhD at the University of Patras, focusing on literacy practices and family involvement in preschool education. With over two decades of experience, she has served as a kindergarten teacher and currently works as an Education Counselor for Preschool Education in Achaia, Greece. Dr. Tsirmpa’s research emphasizes literacy, family engagement, and teacher training, contributing to international journals and collective volumes. Fluent in English, French, and Italian, she bridges cultures through her expertise in preschool education and literacy development.
Publication Profile
🎓 Education
PhD (2017–2021): University of Patras; Dissertation on parental literacy beliefs and preschool-to-school transitions. Master’s (2008–2010): University Aix-Marseille 1, France; Focus on Greek as a Second Language in Preschool Education. Bachelor’s (1990–1994): Department of Preschool Education, University of Patras. Languages & ICT: Proficient in English (C2), French (C2), Italian (B2), and trained in ICT.
💼 Experience
Education Counselor: Since 2023, guiding preschool education in Achaia, Greece. Kindergarten Teacher: Over 20 years in Greek primary education, fostering early literacy. International Role (2006–2010): Educator in Marseille, France, teaching Greek Language in preschool settings.
🏆 Awards & Honors
Recognized for impactful research on literacy and parental involvement in education. Numerous contributions to international and Greek journals, highlighting innovative practices in preschool education. Esteemed publications in UNESCO-led volumes and leading academic journals.
🔬 Research Focus
Preschool literacy practices. Family literacy engagement . Teacher training and professional development. Cross-cultural approaches to emergent literacy
Conclusion
Dr. Tsirmpa’s extensive expertise in preschool literacy, her impactful publications, and her professional dedication position her as an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award. By addressing minor gaps, such as fostering broader interdisciplinary collaborations, she has the potential to further amplify her already significant influence in the field of early childhood education.
Publication Top Notes
- ‘I would become an even better mother, a better person for the society’: Mothers’ needs and expectations for participation in a family literacy programme
- Published: Education 3-13, 2024-12-29
- DOI: 10.1080/03004279.2024.2445261
- Authors: Chrysoula Tsirmpa, Nektarios Stellakis
- Parents’ beliefs about the role of Kindergarten in literacy development
- Published: International Journal about Parents in Education, 2023-08-28
- DOI: 10.54195/ijpe.16410
- Authors: Chrysoula Tsirmpa, Nektarios Stellakis
- Beliefs of parents of preschool children about literacy: Facilitative and conventional approaches
- Published: European Early Childhood Education Research Journal, 2021-07-04
- DOI: 10.1080/1350293x.2021.1941169
- Authors: Chrysoula Tsirmpa, Nektarios Stellakis, Konstantinos Lavidas
- Parent Reading Belief Inventory: Adaptation and psychometric properties with a sample of Greek parents
- Published: Educational Role of Language Journal, 2019-08-06
- DOI: 10.36534/erlj.2019.01.13
- Authors: Chrysoula Tsirmpa, Nektarios Stellakis, Konstantinos Lavidas