Clara Maria Fiorentini

Clara Maria Fiorentini is an Assistant Lecturer in Education (Literacy) at Marino Institute of Education, Dublin. She specializes in literacy education and children’s literature, having transitioned from a 11-year career as a primary school teacher in Co. Dublin. Her current PhD research at Trinity College Dublin (TCD) focuses on early literacy development and transitions to formal learning under supervisors Dr Ann Devitt and Prof. Nóirín Hayes. She holds an MA in Children’s Literature from Dublin City University (DCU) and a B.Ed. in Primary Teaching also from DCU.

• Affiliations: Literacy Association of Ireland (Incoming President 2023-2024)
• Key Roles: Module leader for courses like Early Literacies, Language Methods, and Specialism in Reading Culture
• Research Projects: CoSTaR Project, Aistear & Libraries Collaboration, Tús Maith Transitions Initiative

Her research interests include literacy practices, the science of reading, oral language instruction, and playful learning strategies. She frequently presents at national and international conferences, publishes educational resources, and hosts webinars on literacy topics. Clara also co-founded The Literacy Channel, a YouTube resource for educators.