Claudio Baraldi

Claudio Baraldi is a Full Professor in the Department of Linguistic and Cultural Studies at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia. His research focuses on sociological and communicative processes, particularly intercultural mediation, migration studies, education systems, and healthcare communication. He leads the CHILD-UP project, exploring hybrid integration of migrant children through dialogue-based interventions. His teaching includes courses on communication sociology, dialogue mediation, and cultural processes. He emphasizes practical analysis of interactions, combining theoretical frameworks with empirical studies. His work bridges academic research and professional applications in education, healthcare, and multicultural contexts.

Research interests span intercultural communication, migration agency, and institutional mediation. Key areas include: (1) facilitation of migrant children’s narratives in schools, (2) interpreter-mediated interactions in healthcare and education, and (3) theoretical frameworks for hybrid integration. His publications address topics like classroom agency, medical dialogue coordination, and policy implications of intercultural dynamics.