Antonia Michaelides

Antonia Michaelides is a Researcher in the Department of Education at the University of Cyprus. She has held previous roles including Coordinator of Pre-Primary Education students and Academic Consultant at Intercollege (2000–2004), and Principal of Aglantzia Child Protection and Employment Center (1994–2004). Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), focusing on inclusive education and addressing child marginalization through innovative teaching methods.

Education qualifications include:

• Bachelor's in Pre-Primary Education, Intercollege
• Master's in Arts, Intercollege
• Master's in Education Sciences
• PhD in Education Sciences - Arts in Education, Intercollege

Her research explores creativity, narrative techniques, and early literacy development in preschool settings. She emphasizes art-based assessment tools and language play to identify marginalized children and improve their inclusion. Key methodologies include semistructured interviews and storytelling analysis, particularly in teacher education contexts.

Antonia has collaborated with institutions like Intercollege and Aglantzia Municipality, contributing to child protection and educational initiatives. While no specific grants are listed, her leadership roles highlight a commitment to practical educational reforms. She co-authored papers with Ewa Pitri and Panayiotis Angelides, focusing on preschool pedagogy and creative learning environments.