Elsa Santaolalla Pascual

Elsa Santaolalla Pascual is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Education, Methods of Research and Evaluation at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Universidad Pontificia Comillas. She has been teaching since 2010, specializing in mathematics didactics within teacher education programs.

Education:

• Doctorate in Education, Universidad Pontificia Comillas
• Licentiate in Mathematical Sciences (Didactics and Methodology), Universidad Complutense de Madrid
• Expert in Mathematics Education, Universidad Complutense de Madrid (2001)

Her research focuses on service-learning (ApS), interdisciplinary teacher training, and active methodologies in mathematics education. She leads the university’s Service-Learning Area and promotes ApS as a tool for social responsibility and educational innovation. Her work extends to international cooperation, particularly in rural education projects in Guatemala and Colombia, fostering equity and access.

Recent publications reflect a strong trend in STEM education, gender equity, and rural depopulation challenges. Her scholarly output emphasizes practical applications, teacher development, and the integration of social commitment into higher education curricula.

Scientific Affiliations:

• Research Group on Educational Innovation for Integral Formation, Universidad Pontificia Comillas
• Research Group on Knowledge and Professional Development of Mathematics Teachers, SEIEM

She actively participates in national and international educational conferences and teacher training programs. Her leadership in service-learning initiatives demonstrates a commitment to connecting academic training with societal needs. While specific advising or grant details are not listed, her project leadership and collaborative publications indicate active research supervision and external funding involvement.

Laboratories and Teams:

• Service-Learning (ApS) Area, Universidad Pontificia Comillas
• Research Group on Educational Innovation for Integral Formation
• SEIEM Research Group on Mathematics Teacher Development