Entry Category: School

“Otherwise we progress”: school experience and social paths of students of migrant origin

This study employs life narrative methodology to explore the experiences of two female and one male student of Albanian origin. Through in-depth interviews, it examines how participants reconstruct their school and academic trajectories, focusing on aspects such as the content of school knowledge, teaching practices, management of diversity, and the role of family background. The […]

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Foreign students from Albania in the school community

This dissertation explores the educational experiences and social integration of students of Albanian origin within the Greek school community. Through qualitative research, the study analyzes the challenges these students face, their adaptation strategies, and the role of the school in their integration process. Particular emphasis is placed on the impact of bilingualism, multiculturalism, and intercultural […]

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Biographical narratives and biographical identities of second generation Albanian immigrant women studying at the Greek university: roots and routes

This study focuses on the biographical narratives of second-generation Albanian migrant women who are pursuing university studies in Greece. Using qualitative methods, it explores the construction of identity within a migratory and educational context shaped by national, cultural, and social boundaries. The participants reflect on their experiences across family, social, and academic settings, highlighting the […]

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The professional identity of second generation teachers from Albania

This study investigates the professional identity of second-generation teachers of Albanian origin, focusing on how factors such as ethnic identity, gender, and social class influence its formation. Through qualitative research, it analyzes their experiences during schooling, family attitudes towards education, university studies, and relationships with colleagues and students. The study highlights the challenges and strategies […]

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Below the tip of the iceberg: Building networks for the integration of refugee children in formal education

The paper refers to the work of the team of Refugee Education Coordinators (RECs) of the Open Accommodation Facility of Elaionas, during the school year 2017-2018. It analyses in detail their role, presents the actions they undertake, the partnerships they develop with stakeholders and highlights the synergies that lead to the achievement of their goals […]

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