Papers by Sophia Anastasiou
International Journal of Educational Innovation, 2022
This study explores the correlation between emotional intelligence (EI) and professional satisfac... more This study explores the correlation between emotional intelligence (EI) and professional satisfaction (PS) among kindergarten teachers in the Ioannina Region. EI was assessed using the TEIQue‐SF‐30 scale by Petrides & Furnham, which measures the level of EI and its four dimensions (Well-being, Self-control, Emotionality, and Sociability). PS was assessed using the Dinham & Scott scale of teacher satisfaction, which comprises five dimensions of professional satisfaction: "Job Characteristics and Teacher Development," "Change and Improvement in Education," "Climate, Decision-Making, and Leadership," "Social Relationships, Professional Success, and Development," and "Working Conditions for Teachers." The results revealed a positive correlation between EI and PS among the participating kindergarten teachers. Given the significance of emotional intelligence for professional satisfaction and pedagogical work, it is advisable to cultivate skills and create experiences that contribute to the emotional intelligence of kindergarten teacher
Archives of Business Research, 2023
It is often proposed that governments should devote resources toward tertiary education to the po... more It is often proposed that governments should devote resources toward tertiary education to the point where marginal social costs equal marginal social value. A critical challenge in evaluating the viability of financing higher education correlates with the difficulty of connecting educational inputs with output. The argument for investment in tertiary erudition hinges on technological advances and demographic change, whereby individuals require periodic retraining within the information age, and increasing labor productivity could reduce the effects of an aging population. The aim of the present work was to view the current system of funding tertiary education in Greece and review some evidence on the economic benefits of funding tertiary education in this Country. In spite of funding obstacles, empirical evidence indicates that graduates improve economic output and social cohesion. Prioritize funding policies for equitable access, and investigate optimal levels of taxpayer subsidy in future research. While allocative problems permeate the higher education sector within different countries, observational and empirical evidence illustrate that graduates improve economic productivity and increase the tax revenues. Overall, funding tertiary education promotes economic development in the global knowledge economy that is undergoing evolution. In addition to having direct effects on the quality of human capital, funding for postsecondary education also has indirect effects on research infrastructure, innovation and economic growth. Investments in higher education and research and development are essential for fostering economic growth, technological progress, and competitiveness.
Education Sciences, 2024
This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative... more This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY
Education Sciences, 2020
The objective of the present study was to investigate parents’, teachers’ and principals’ views o... more The objective of the present study was to investigate parents’, teachers’ and principals’ views on parental involvement (PI) in Secondary Education Schools in Greece. The research was based on a survey among parents (n = 54), teachers (n = 84) and principals (n = 12) in twelve Secondary Education Schools in Magnesia Region in central East Greece. Different views between each group were exhibited on PI in educational issues, decision making or creating links and communication between the school and the local community. Teachers expressed the view that workload and parental attitudes are factors which discourage parental involvement in their school units. Parents felt that teachers’ professionalism, lack of teachers’ training on parental involvement and parents who hesitate talking to teachers were significant barriers for PI in their school units. School principals agreed with parents and teachers on the barriers established due to teachers’ professionalism and parents’ hesitation in...
European Journal of Investigation in Health, Psychology and Education. 2020; 10(1):455-468, 2020
There are few options available for school managers who wish to effectively tackle school conflic... more There are few options available for school managers who wish to effectively tackle school conflicts. The aim of the present work was to assess the issue of school conflict, its sources, and the effectiveness of different conflict management styles in Secondary Education school units in Greece. Teachers (n = 128) from twelve randomly selected schools in the region of Epirus, NW Greece, participated in the present work. Teachers' views on their school Principals' leadership style as well as the sources, the type(s), and the severity of conflict in their school unit were surveyed. Conflict appeared to be a frequent issue in schools. Frequent sources of conflict included interpersonal and organizational parameters. School leaders exhibited a range of conflict management styles. Compromise and Collaborative styles were frequently observed, followed by Smoothing and Forcing. Avoidance was less frequently exhibited by school leaders. The transformational and transactional leadership styles exhibited were equally effective in successful conflict resolution, whereas a laissez-faire leadership style was not. The results indicate that leadership and conflict management style can be associated with the effectiveness of conflict management.
International Journal of Educational Innovation, 2022
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This study explores the correlation between emotional intelligence (EI) and professiona... more Abstract
This study explores the correlation between emotional intelligence (EI) and professional satisfaction (PS) among kindergarten teachers in the Ioannina Region. EI was assessed using the TEIQue‐SF‐30 scale by Petrides & Furnham, which measures the level of EI and its four dimensions (Well-being, Self-control, Emotionality, and Sociability). PS was assessed using the Dinham & Scott scale of teacher satisfaction, which comprises five dimensions of professional satisfaction: "Job Characteristics and Teacher Development," "Change and Improvement in Education," "Climate, Decision-Making, and Leadership," "Social Relationships, Professional Success, and Development," and "Working Conditions for Teachers." The results revealed a positive correlation between EI and PS among the participating kindergarten teachers. Given the significance of emotional intelligence for professional satisfaction and pedagogical work, it is advisable to cultivate skills and create experiences that contribute to the emotional intelligence of kindergarten teachers.
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Στην παρούσα εργασία διερευνήθηκε η συσχέτιση της συναισθηματικής νοημοσύνης (ΣΝ) και της επαγγελματικής ικανοποίησης (ΕΙ) νηπιαγωγών της Περιφέρειας των Ιωαννίνων. Τα αποτελέσματα έδειξαν μια θετική συσχέτιση μεταξύ της ΣΝ και της ΕΙ των νηπιαγωγών που συμμετείχαν στην παρούσα έρευνα. Δεδομένης της σημασίας της συναισθηματικής νοημοσύνης για την εργασιακή ικανοποίηση και το παιδαγωγικό έργο, είναι σκόπιμο να αναπτύσσονται δεξιότητες και να δημιουργούνται εμπειρίες που συμβάλουν στην συναισθηματική νοημοσύνη των νηπιαγωγών
World Journal of Vocational Education and Training, 2020
Contribution/Originality: This study contributes to the existing literature by investigating the ... more Contribution/Originality: This study contributes to the existing literature by investigating the effectiveness of school leaders in relation to gender and leadership style of secondary education principals.
The Journal of Hospitality Leisure Sport and Tourism, 2004
A telephone survey of the first graduates from the newly-formed department of Tourism Business at... more A telephone survey of the first graduates from the newly-formed department of Tourism Business at the Technological Educational Institute of Epirus in Greece was carried out during May 2003. The purpose of the study was to assess the employment status of the graduates and the survey also included general questions about age, employment status and salary. The survey revealed there was no correlation between age, sex or degree classification (X 2-test, P>0.05) and salary or career expectations, and that the interviewed graduates consider family network, foreign languages or computer literacy to be more important than the degree itself in getting their first job in the hospitality industry.
The Greek aquaculture industry is second most important economic sector for the growth of the Gre... more The Greek aquaculture industry is second most important economic sector for the growth of the Greek Economy. The purpose of the present work is to present some data for the management challenges that the Aquaculture industry in Greece is currently facing. Currently the Greek aquaculture industry is going through a series of mergers and restructure. The financial status of the different aquaculture companies, the working conditions and management practices may vary according to lending exposure, market mix, company size, and technological parameters of the different fish farm units and rearing systems. Frequently, the aquaculture personnel are exposed to harsh environmental conditions and to occupational risk. Furthermore, there is pressure on the personnel of fish farms to constantly improve their production efficiency and to enhance their work skills to the new methods and practices which are adopted by the aquaculture industry. There is some data to suggest the existence of gender...
Effective Human Resources Management (HRM) is a critical element of successful organizational ope... more Effective Human Resources Management (HRM) is a critical element of successful organizational operations. Thriving companies exhibit innovation, efficiency, flexible structure and require new skills in their organizations and in their human resources. An effective HRM policy includes a successful external communication process when seeking to attract the best job applicant. The purpose of this paper is to draw attention to the importance of human factors in the activities of organizations and examine the prevailing practices regarding on what employers offer and seek when advertise their job vacancies in Greece. Data were collected from online job advertisements in Greece. The results indicate that the common communication practices in job adverts in Greece could be improved to ensure that the best candidates are attracted and selected by these communication practices. For example, more information about the job description and equal opportunities policies could enhance the quality ...
Ινστιτούτο Ανθρωπιστικών και Κοινωνικών Επιστημών, 8ο Διεθνές Επιστημονικό Συνέδριο, 2022
International Journal of Educational Innovation, 2022
Διερευνήθηκε η συσχέτιση της συναισθηματικής νοημοσύνης (ΣΝ) και της επαγγελματικής ικανοποίησης ... more Διερευνήθηκε η συσχέτιση της συναισθηματικής νοημοσύνης (ΣΝ) και της επαγγελματικής ικανοποίησης (ΕΙ) νηπιαγωγών της Περιφέρειας των Ιωαννίνων. H ΣΝ εκτιμήθηκε με την κλίμακα TEIQue‐SF‐30 των Petrides & Furnham με την οποία διερευνήθηκε το επίπεδο της ΣΝ καθώς και των τεσσάρων διαστάσεων της. H Ε.Ι. εκτιμήθηκε με την
κλίμακα ικανοποίησης των εκπαιδευτικών των Dinham & Scott. Τα αποτελέσματα έδειξαν θετική συσχέτιση μεταξύ της ΣΝ και της ΕΙ των νηπιαγωγών που συμμετείχαν στην παρούσα έρευνα. Δεδομένης της σημασίας της συναισθηματικής νοημοσύνης για την εργασιακή ικανοποίηση και το παιδαγωγικό έργο, είναι σκόπιμο να αναπτύσσονται δεξιότητες και να δημιουργούνται εμπειρίες που συμβάλουν στην συναισθηματική νοημοσύνη των νηπιαγωγών.
Journal of Scientific Research and Reports, 2014
Aims: To review the trend of occupational accidents and fatality in Greek Marine fish farms. Stud... more Aims: To review the trend of occupational accidents and fatality in Greek Marine fish farms. Study Design: Data on the occupational accidents in the Greek Mariculture industry are reviewed and compared with Occupational Accidents in Greece and in Europe. Place and Duration of Study: Greece between 2009 and 2011. Methodology: The study was carried out using reported data for occupational accidents from the ESAW 2001 (Eurostat, European statistics for accidents at work) and the Hellenic Labor Inspection Body (SEPE) and was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistcs. Results: The data presented in the study indicate that compared to other business sectors, workers of the Mari culture industry in Greece are exposed to higher risk of
During the last six years, teachers in Greece, experienced a dramatic reduction in their earnings... more During the last six years, teachers in Greece, experienced a dramatic reduction in their earnings. The Maslach Burnout Inventory, as adapted for teachersGr in Greece, was used to assess the perceived level of burnout among secondary school teachers in the region of Achaia, West Greece. The results indicate high level of professional burnout, emotional exhaustion, and personal accomplishment, but low depersonalization in the teachers. There was a significant effect of personal factors on the perceived level of burnout. Age, length of service and number of children, had a moderating effect on burnout levels. Compared to men, women expressed higher level of burnout. The results indicate that teachers had high levels of personal accomplishment, while depersonalization was higher in teachers with less than five years of service. It would be interesting to further investigate the changes in the elements of work burnout in different subjects and levels of education.
Modern societies recognize gender inequalities as a significant social problem and implement huma... more Modern societies recognize gender inequalities as a significant social problem and implement human resource policies intended to reduce such issues. Gender equality in labour market is an important issue of development effectiveness since societies that discriminate have a negative effect in their economic growth, weaker governance and a lower overall quality of life. The purpose of this paper is to present the critical parameters for an effective Human Resources Management policy and to highlight the importance of gender equality at work in modern economy and the implications for work and social practices. Data on micro and macro economic indicators, employment rate and gender equality were gathered from published works, national and international databases. The results indicate that gender inequality varies among countries but the problem exists irrespective of the wealth of the society as expressed by the Gross National Income. The challenge for modern societies, countries, Europ...
The purpose of this study is to examine the possible link between employee and customer satisfact... more The purpose of this study is to examine the possible link between employee and customer satisfaction. The service provided by employees, help to build a good relationship with customers and can help at increasing their loyalty. Published data for job satisfaction and indicators of customer services of banks were gathered from relevant published works which included data from five different countries. The scores of customers and employees satisfaction of the different published works were transformed and normalized to the scale of 1 to 100. The data were analyzed and a regression analysis of the two parameters was used to describe the link between employees satisfaction and customer satisfaction. Assuming that employee satisfaction has a significant influence on customer's service and the resulting customer satisfaction, the reviewed data indicate that employee's satisfaction contributes significantly on the level of customer satisfaction in the Banking sector. There was a si...
Internationally, successful organizations have been those that consider their human capital as th... more Internationally, successful organizations have been those that consider their human capital as their most important asset. Effective Human Resources Management practices have been pointed out internationally as an important element of service quality and customer satisfaction. Job satisfaction, stress and burnout are important human resource management aspects that modern organizations are faced with, forming an important element of employees' well-being in all organizations. The purpose of the present work was to investigate whether nurses would be less satisfied and more stressed when patients receive poor quality of service. Data analyzed in the present work were extracted from published reports for several hospitals from twelve different countries in Europe, Asia and USA. There was a large variability in working conditions and management practices in different countries. Nevertheless, nurses' job satisfaction can be a good indicator of patients' satisfaction. Nurses&...
A survey of production Managers in Greek fish farms was used to evaluate their level of job satis... more A survey of production Managers in Greek fish farms was used to evaluate their level of job satisfaction and factors affecting it. Production Managers in Greek Fish farms exhibited high level of job satisfaction with more than 44 % of them exhibiting job satisfaction levels>70. The majority (77.7%) of the sample had age>30 and 44% of them had postgraduate qualifications. The length of service varied between 6 and 20 years with an average 13.72 years of service. The annual salary ranged between 22K and 38K with an average of 30,670 Euros. The perceived level of participation of the staff in the decision making process of the company was high with values ranging from 3 (a low degree of participation) to 7(high degree of participation). The results indicate that job satisfaction is mostly increased with increasing level of participation in the decision making, wages and age and less by the productivity of the fish farm. Interestingly, the data presented here, indicate a negative ...
Academic Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 2020
The purpose of this work is to present evidence which illustrate the significant effect of leader... more The purpose of this work is to present evidence which illustrate the significant effect of leadership and conflict management on employee satisfaction in a range of professions. Leadership and conflict management have a significant effect on job satisfaction. This is illustrated with examples of the interaction between these parameters in a range of professions. It is worth noting that a significant effect of leadership is exhibited in a range of different professional sectors and groups of employees, reflecting the universal value of leadership interacting with a wide range of parameters which may vary according to age, level of education, working conditions, cultural differences and employee expectations. Irrespective of the complexity and variety of determinant parameters, the effect of leadership and conflict management on job satisfaction has been widely exhibited in the reviewed data of the present analysis. Motivated and satisfied employees are a key in achieving organization...
Humanities and Social Sciences Letters, 2020
This study compares the level of teachers' professional burnout before and after the onset of the... more This study compares the level of teachers' professional burnout before and after the onset of the prolonged economic crisis in Greece. Scores of burnout components (Emotional exhaustion (EE); Depersonalization (DP) and lack of Personal accomplishments (PA) were used to compare the periods before (
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Papers by Sophia Anastasiou
This study explores the correlation between emotional intelligence (EI) and professional satisfaction (PS) among kindergarten teachers in the Ioannina Region. EI was assessed using the TEIQue‐SF‐30 scale by Petrides & Furnham, which measures the level of EI and its four dimensions (Well-being, Self-control, Emotionality, and Sociability). PS was assessed using the Dinham & Scott scale of teacher satisfaction, which comprises five dimensions of professional satisfaction: "Job Characteristics and Teacher Development," "Change and Improvement in Education," "Climate, Decision-Making, and Leadership," "Social Relationships, Professional Success, and Development," and "Working Conditions for Teachers." The results revealed a positive correlation between EI and PS among the participating kindergarten teachers. Given the significance of emotional intelligence for professional satisfaction and pedagogical work, it is advisable to cultivate skills and create experiences that contribute to the emotional intelligence of kindergarten teachers.
Περίληψη
Στην παρούσα εργασία διερευνήθηκε η συσχέτιση της συναισθηματικής νοημοσύνης (ΣΝ) και της επαγγελματικής ικανοποίησης (ΕΙ) νηπιαγωγών της Περιφέρειας των Ιωαννίνων. Τα αποτελέσματα έδειξαν μια θετική συσχέτιση μεταξύ της ΣΝ και της ΕΙ των νηπιαγωγών που συμμετείχαν στην παρούσα έρευνα. Δεδομένης της σημασίας της συναισθηματικής νοημοσύνης για την εργασιακή ικανοποίηση και το παιδαγωγικό έργο, είναι σκόπιμο να αναπτύσσονται δεξιότητες και να δημιουργούνται εμπειρίες που συμβάλουν στην συναισθηματική νοημοσύνη των νηπιαγωγών
κλίμακα ικανοποίησης των εκπαιδευτικών των Dinham & Scott. Τα αποτελέσματα έδειξαν θετική συσχέτιση μεταξύ της ΣΝ και της ΕΙ των νηπιαγωγών που συμμετείχαν στην παρούσα έρευνα. Δεδομένης της σημασίας της συναισθηματικής νοημοσύνης για την εργασιακή ικανοποίηση και το παιδαγωγικό έργο, είναι σκόπιμο να αναπτύσσονται δεξιότητες και να δημιουργούνται εμπειρίες που συμβάλουν στην συναισθηματική νοημοσύνη των νηπιαγωγών.
This study explores the correlation between emotional intelligence (EI) and professional satisfaction (PS) among kindergarten teachers in the Ioannina Region. EI was assessed using the TEIQue‐SF‐30 scale by Petrides & Furnham, which measures the level of EI and its four dimensions (Well-being, Self-control, Emotionality, and Sociability). PS was assessed using the Dinham & Scott scale of teacher satisfaction, which comprises five dimensions of professional satisfaction: "Job Characteristics and Teacher Development," "Change and Improvement in Education," "Climate, Decision-Making, and Leadership," "Social Relationships, Professional Success, and Development," and "Working Conditions for Teachers." The results revealed a positive correlation between EI and PS among the participating kindergarten teachers. Given the significance of emotional intelligence for professional satisfaction and pedagogical work, it is advisable to cultivate skills and create experiences that contribute to the emotional intelligence of kindergarten teachers.
Περίληψη
Στην παρούσα εργασία διερευνήθηκε η συσχέτιση της συναισθηματικής νοημοσύνης (ΣΝ) και της επαγγελματικής ικανοποίησης (ΕΙ) νηπιαγωγών της Περιφέρειας των Ιωαννίνων. Τα αποτελέσματα έδειξαν μια θετική συσχέτιση μεταξύ της ΣΝ και της ΕΙ των νηπιαγωγών που συμμετείχαν στην παρούσα έρευνα. Δεδομένης της σημασίας της συναισθηματικής νοημοσύνης για την εργασιακή ικανοποίηση και το παιδαγωγικό έργο, είναι σκόπιμο να αναπτύσσονται δεξιότητες και να δημιουργούνται εμπειρίες που συμβάλουν στην συναισθηματική νοημοσύνη των νηπιαγωγών
κλίμακα ικανοποίησης των εκπαιδευτικών των Dinham & Scott. Τα αποτελέσματα έδειξαν θετική συσχέτιση μεταξύ της ΣΝ και της ΕΙ των νηπιαγωγών που συμμετείχαν στην παρούσα έρευνα. Δεδομένης της σημασίας της συναισθηματικής νοημοσύνης για την εργασιακή ικανοποίηση και το παιδαγωγικό έργο, είναι σκόπιμο να αναπτύσσονται δεξιότητες και να δημιουργούνται εμπειρίες που συμβάλουν στην συναισθηματική νοημοσύνη των νηπιαγωγών.