Maria Isabel Cuart Sintes

Dr. Maria Isabel Cuart Sintes serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Pedagogy and Educational Psychology at the University of the Balearic Islands (UIB), Faculty of Education. She specializes in Developmental and Educational Psychology and teaches courses related to educational psychology and specific learning disabilities for both Primary Education and Early Childhood Education degree programs.

Education:

• Degree in Psychopedagogy from the University of the Balearic Islands
• Postgraduate degree in Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease from the Higher Institute of Psychological Studies (ISEP)
• Master's degree in Music Therapy from ISEP and the University of Vic
• PhD in Educational Sciences from the UIB

Professor Cuart Sintes' research and teaching interests focus on educational psychology, developmental psychology, and specific learning disabilities. Her work bridges theoretical knowledge with practical applications in educational settings, particularly regarding students with special educational needs. Her background in music therapy and dementia care informs her holistic approach to educational psychology, emphasizing the connection between cognitive development, emotional well-being, and effective learning strategies.

She also serves as a member of the Teacher Training and Psychopedagogical Guidance Team (PTSC/EOEP) in Palma II, where she collaborates in providing training and lectures for primary and secondary school parent-teacher associations. Her professional experience spans both academic and practical settings, having worked as a Senior Technician at the Mallorcan Institute of Social Affairs for fourteen years, where she designed cognitive stimulation courses and workshops for family caregivers of elderly individuals.