Dr Akis Kechagias is a Senior Fellow of the British Higher Education Academy (HEA). He graduated with a first-class degree in Linguistics from the department of Philology, School of Philosophy at University of Ioannina. He completed his doctoral and master’s studies in University College London (UCL), Division of Psychology and Language Sciences with funding by the Hellenic Scholarship Foundation (IKY) and the Onassis Foundation. He has an extensive experience of teaching at various institutions across England (UCL, University of Westminster, Queen Mary—University of London, University of Hertfordshire) and he has held various external examiner roles for the British Open University and the University of Hertfordshire. For the last nine years up until September 2021—when he joined the Mediterranean College—he taught on undergraduate and postgraduate courses in English Language, Linguistics and TESOL at the University of Salford, in Manchester, UK, programmes which he intermittently led, while he also developed new multi-disciplinary undergraduate programmes such as BSc (Hons) Psychology with English Language. Research-wise, Akis works within the broad context of Theoretical and Applied linguistics. His research revolves mostly around the structural properties of natural language and grammatical theory, the relation between different linguistic subsystems (particularly the syntax-morphology interface), as well as the relation between language structure and language-external systems such as cognition and information structure. He also has a keen interest in psycholinguistics (especially in the relation between linguistic knowledge and parsing), language acquisition (especially the acquisition of syntax and discourse functions in L1 and L2) and quantitative methods in Linguistics. Akis has successfully supervised PhD students working on various projects.Since June 2022 he is the Head of the School of Education at MC Athens.  

Dr Andreoula is an experienced educator with extensive teaching experience at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. She has taught a wide range of modules, including Research Methodology, Academic Writing, Public Speaking, and Testing and Assessment in Applied Linguistics programmes. She also has long-standing experience in teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL), designing and delivering student-centred lessons aligned with European language proficiency frameworks, with a focus on developing linguistic competence and communicative ability. Her teaching places strong emphasis on active student engagement, the development of academic writing, literacy assessment, and research skills. In addition, she is actively involved in academic writing instruction and broader academic support, contributing to students’ professional development. Her pedagogical approach is grounded in her doctoral research in Applied Linguistics, with particular emphasis on writing comprehension, student writing anxiety, and its impact on academic performance.

Dr. Daglis holds a PhD from the Department of Biology at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, which he completed with distinction. He is also a graduate of the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics at the Democritus University of Thrace. A significant part of his doctoral research was conducted at the San Raffaele Hospital in Milan, Italy. As part of his PhD work, he also conducted research at the “Storgi” Haematology Clinic of the Papageorgiou Hospital. He later worked as a postdoctoral researcher at the KU Leuven, where he received recognition for his research contributions. During his studies, he contributed to and authored several scientific publications in international journals. Throughout his career, he has also been actively involved in teaching and training students at both theoretical and laboratory levels.

Dr Chaskou was born in Athens and holds a PhD from the Department of Primary Education at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She is a primary education teacher with over twenty years of classroom experience and currently serves as Education Consultant for Primary School Teachers at the 3rd Directorate of Primary Education of Athens. She holds a Master’s degree in Special Education from the Department of Primary Education, as well as a second Master’s in Educational Technology and Human Resource Management from an interdepartmental programme jointly offered by the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and the University of West Attica. She has also undertaken further training in School Psychology and Intercultural Education. She has presented at international and national scientific conferences and workshops, has authored a series of mathematics support books, and has published articles in peer-reviewed academic journals as well as in conference proceedings.

Giorgos Dimitropoulos is a member of the British Educational Research Association (BERA). He is a graduate of the Early Childhood Education programme at the University of Derby, having completed his studies at Mediterranean College. During his studies, he received multiple distinctions, awards, and scholarships, including the award for Best Student across the entire college, graduating with the highest overall performance in his field. He completed postgraduate studies at University College London in the Department of Curriculum, Pedagogy and Assessment, supported by a partial scholarship, and has also studied Physics at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He is committed to contributing to society through education and has nearly twenty years of teaching experience in Mathematics and Physics at secondary education level. During the 2020–2021 academic year, he served as a teaching and research assistant on the MA Education programme at the University of Derby. His research interests include intercultural education, the globalisation of education, and curriculum development that promotes identity, justice, and democratic values, an area that also constitutes the focus of his doctoral research. To date, he has published two academic articles, with two additional publications currently under review.

Dr Alexander Nikolaou holds a BA in English Literature from Deree College, Greece (awarded with ‘senior honors’), an MA in Applied Linguistics and a PhD in English from the University of Birmingham, UK. Dr Nikolaou’s academic teaching experience spans 25 years. He began his career teaching English for Specific and Academic Purposes at private colleges in Greece before taking up a long-term appointment at Hellenic American University, NH, US (Athens campus). From 2006 to 2025 he taught undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral-level linguistics courses and academic literacy modules there, while also serving as Programme Coordinator for the MA in Applied Linguistics and undertaking other academic leadership roles. He has supervised undergraduate capstone projects, master’s dissertations, and doctoral theses. In addition, he has taught English for Academic Purposes at the University of Bristol’s Centre for Academic Language and Development and English for Specific Purposes at the Hellenic Police and Air Force Academies and the National Centre for Public and Local Administration (EKDAA). He is an Associate Fellow of BALEAP (the British Association of Lecturers in English for Academic Purposes). His research interests include L2 motivation, sociolinguistic ethnography, linguistic landscapes, the discursive construction of identity, and corpus-based discourse analysis.

Dr. Gaitenidis is a graduate of the Department of International, European, Political and Economic Studies at the University of Macedonia. He completed his postgraduate studies in European Law at the Law School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and was awarded his PhD in 2015 from the Department of International and European Studies at the University of Macedonia. He has served as a research associate at the Centre of International and European Economic Law, where he was responsible for the implementation of several research and institution-building projects (2016–2021). He has also provided scientific expertise to the Greek Ministry of Justice (2020) and the INE GSEE (2021–2023). Dr. Gaitenidis has taught courses on human rights and European studies at the University of Macedonia, the Panteion University, the Democritus University of Thrace, and the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He has successfully managed and contributed as an expert to numerous EU-funded projects (including Erasmus+, Jean Monnet, JUSTICE, Civil Justice, EuropeAid, and Twinning). His research interests and publications focus on the protection of human rights in Europe, social and cultural rights, equality and anti-discrimination policies, and the protection of minority groups.

Experienced therapist with a demonstrated history of working in non-profit organisations, Crisis Intervention, Clinical Supervision, and Prevention. Strong experience in research with a Doctor of Philosophy in Criminology and currently a Postdoctoral Researcher in Cyber Crime at University of the Peloponnese. She has worked as a Lecturer at University of West Attica and at National & Kapodistrian University of Athens. Her training in Phenomenological & Existential Psychotherapy and Analysis allowed her to practice psychotherapy in her own private office for the last ten years.

Dr. Kokkinakis is an established educator and researcher with extensive experience in Special Education. He completed his undergraduate studies at the Department of Primary Education of the University of Ioannina (2001–2005), where he was awarded a scholarship by the Greek State Scholarships Foundation (IKY), and further broadened his academic experience through the Erasmus programme at the Complutense University of Madrid in 2004. He subsequently pursued postgraduate studies in Special Education at the University of Leeds between 2006 and 2007 and was awarded his PhD with distinction in 2021 from the Department of Primary Education at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. His doctoral thesis focused on “The Child–Dog Relationship within the Family Context.” His professional experience includes many years of service as a Special Education Teacher and Specialist Educator in Centres for Interdisciplinary Assessment and Counselling Support (KEDASY/KESY), as well as in Special Primary Schools and the School for the Blind of Thessaloniki. He has also worked as a general education teacher.

Dr. Kalogerakis is a graduate of the Department of Fine Arts and Art Sciences at the University of Ioannina and holds a PhD from the Department of Primary Education at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He is a certified member of the Registry of Trainers accredited by EOPPEP and the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He has taught in a range of public and private post-secondary and higher education institutions in both Greece and Cyprus. He has extensive experience in the design of educational activities and in teaching the use of materials in early childhood education, primarily working within programmes that prepare future kindergarten teachers. Most recently, he has contributed to teaching at the Department of Early Childhood Education at the University of Thessaly.

Dr. Karanikolaou completed her undergraduate studies in Early Childhood Education at the Democritus University of Thrace in 2009. In 2018, she obtained her MSc in Educational Psychology from the Neapolis University Pafos. Her academic trajectory culminated in 2022 with the award of a PhD in Children’s Literature from the Democritus University of Thrace. She currently teaches Children’s Literature at the Department of Primary Education of the Democritus University of Thrace, while also conducting postdoctoral research at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki on “Greek Graphic Novels for Children and Their Gender Representations.” Her main research interests focus on gender studies and children’s literature.

Ms. Anastasia Karyofyllidou is a PhD candidate at the Department of Physical Education and Sport Science of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, with research interests in exercise physiology, focusing particularly on the effects of polyunsaturated fatty acid supplementation on performance and adaptations following eccentric exercise. She holds a degree in Physical Education and Sport Science from the Democritus University of Thrace, specializing in volleyball, and a Master’s degree in Exercise Biology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. She has research experience in a wide range of experimental physiology protocols, has presented scientific work at international conferences, and currently works as an Exercise Physiologist at The Biohack Project. In parallel, she teaches Mini Volleyball at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC).

Dr. Kesimidi is a certified kindergarten teacher with extensive professional experience since 2007. She currently serves as Head of the 108th Kindergarten of Athens, a bioclimatic school. She holds an undergraduate degree from the Department of Early Childhood Education at the University of Patras, as well as a postgraduate degree specialising in Language, Art, and Culture in Education. Her doctoral research focuses on forms of assessment in the teaching and learning processes of the arts. Her research profile is substantial and reflects a strong commitment to continuous professional development and lifelong learning. She has completed numerous seminars and further training programmes and has attended a wide range of conferences on topics including teaching, the arts, the new curriculum, museology, and creativity. She has also presented at national and international conferences, and her work has been published in both Greek and international academic journals.

Dr Kokla holds a PhD from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki on early language learning. She holds a BA in English Language and Literature from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and a MA in Teaching English as a Foreign Language from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She is recognized as an accredited lecturer by the University of Derby. She has worked as an adjunct lecturer in the Higher School of Pedagogical and Technological Education (ASPAITE). Today she works as an English teacher in public primary schools and as an accredited lecturer at the Mediterranean College in Athens. She has worked as an English teacher in private schools, in language schools and in the Center for Education & Rehabilitation for the Blind. She has taken part in conferences within and outside Greece. Her research has been published in journals and in conference proceedings. Her research interests include early language learning, Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL), AI in education, teacher education and development.

Dr Kouvava is a special education teacher in primary education. She is a graduate of the Department of Primary Education at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and holds postgraduate degrees in School Psychology from the University of Manchester and in Clinical Studies in Communication from the University of Sheffield. She holds a PhD from Harokopio University in Special Education and Social Psychology. She has extensive professional experience in both general and special education, having worked in inclusion classes, special schools, and Centres for Differential Diagnosis, Assessment and Support (KEDDY). She has developed a substantial research and publication profile through contributions to academic journals and participation in both national and international conferences. She has served as a scientific collaborator in two European research projects focusing respectively on the cognitive, emotional, and linguistic development of deaf and hard-of-hearing students and on the vocational training of individuals with intellectual disabilities. In collaboration with the University of Patras, she also contributed to the standardisation of assessment tools for learning difficulties in primary education students. She has taught on programmes related to learning difficulties and the psychopathology of children and adolescents at the ASPAITE and supervised practicum assignments for postgraduate students on the “Education and Culture” programme at Harokopio University between 2016 and 2019. Her research interests include social attitudes towards individuals with special educational needs, transition to secondary education, psychosocial development of children with neurodevelopmental disorders, interpersonal relationships among c

Eleni Loupou is a PhD holder from University of Essex (Great Britain) in Psychoanalytic studies. Holds a BSc in Psychology from University of Essex (Great Britain) and MA in Psychoanalytic Studies from university of Essex. Dr Eleni Loupou has participated in seminars in mother infant observation and child observation at Essex University and Tavistock Clinic (Great Britain). She has worked for several years as a psychologist / psychodynamic psychotherapist in the private sector in Greece and private and public sector in Great Britain. Her therapeutic work focuses on adults, adolescents and children. Dr Eleni Loupou has made presentations in international conferences.

Dr. Kazouli-Plaitaki holds a PhD from the University of Crete, specialising in alternative and fluid sexualities within social and educational contexts. She has also taught as an academic at the University of Crete in the field of Research Methodology. She currently works as a kindergarten teacher in public schools, having previously spent several years as a special education teacher in the public sector. She has participated as both researcher and educator in an EU-funded project (GEM: Gender Equality Matters). In addition, she has collaborated with NGOs such as Colour Youth, where she served as Head of Education, and the Rainbow School. She demonstrates strong academic and scientific engagement through conference presentations, academic publications, and independent qualitative research. Her research interests focus on qualitative and arts-based methodologies in the study of gender and sexuality, as well as psycho-pedagogical issues. Her academic background lies at the intersection of Education and Psychology, including an MSc in Applications of Psychology in Education from the University of Crete, awarded with both a one-year excellence scholarship and a teaching scholarship.

Dr Verra holds a B.A in English, an M.A in Language Studies and a Ph.D in Linguistics from the University of Lancaster, UK. She has been teaching English across a wide range of learners and proficiency levels. She has taught younger learners, adolescents and adults with particular expertise in general English, business English and English for specific purposes. Her academic appointments include teaching linguistics at Lancaster University, English at the Hellenic Police Academy Officers School and at the National Centre for Public Administration. She has also delivered specialized English courses to public and private sector corporations in Greece. Her research and teaching interests include bilingualism, multilingualism, language in society and identity, language acquisition, mixed-ability classrooms and the development of empowerment and critical thinking through language.

Dr Zachou is a Psycho-neurolinguist and Special Educator. She graduated from Democritus University of Thrace and attended postgraduate studies at the University of Essex. She completed her doctoral studies at the Department of Psychology at the University of Milan-Bicocca with a full scholarship, with a specialization in Developmental Dyslexia and Developmental Language Disorder. She is the author of three books, and her research has been published in national and international conferences. Dr Zachou has worked for many years in the field of assessment and rehabilitation of learning and language disorders, as well as in training-supervising the practical exercise of specialist practitioners and educators. She works as a secondary special education teacher, and she is a member of Collaborative Teaching Staff at the Master’s program of Special Education of the Hellenic Open University. She has also worked as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the University of Peloponnese.

Vicky Zdoukopoulou is a graduate of the Department of English Language and Literature at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She holds a Master’s degree from University of Edinburgh, specialising in Inclusion and Special Education, as well as a Master’s degree in Teaching English as a Second Language from Hellenic Open University. She is currently a PhD candidate at the Department of Primary Education of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, where her research focuses on Intercultural Education. She has extensive teaching and professional experience in the field of education. Since 2019, she has served as Coordinator of the College’s Department of Foreign Languages, and since 2023, she has held the position of General Coordinator of Academic Affairs at the Thessaloniki campus. She possesses extensive teaching and professional experience in the field of education.