Ivana Rochovská

Ivana Rochovská is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Education, Matej Bel University, Slovakia. She specializes in Elementary School and Preschool Education with a focus on

• Science Education
• Home Education
• Art Education
• Experiential Learning
• Inclusive Education

Her research emphasizes inquiry-based learning and Montessori methods in preschool settings. She has authored over 10 books and 15 academic papers, primarily exploring scientific literacy, creative drama, and inclusive teaching strategies. Notably, she investigates homeschooling dynamics in V4 countries and teacher training for special needs education.

Current projects include experimental verification of teaching methods for primary science education and cross-country analysis of homeschooling examination processes. Her work bridges early childhood pedagogy with teacher professional development, focusing on misconception elimination and student-centered approaches.