Maria Isabel Cano Ortiz

Maria Isabel Cano Ortiz is an Assistant Professor in the Psychology and Speech Therapy Department at the Blanquerna School of Psychology, Education and Sports Sciences, Universitat Ramon Llull. She is actively involved in educational research, particularly in the areas of argumentation, discourse, critical thinking, and teaching practices.

Her research interests focus on how argumentative discourse enhances learning, the role of learning objectives in shaping classroom interactions, and the development of critical thinking in educational settings. She explores pedagogical strategies that promote inquiry-based learning and improve teacher training, especially in the context of digital competence and post-pandemic education.

The trends in her recent publications highlight a strong emphasis on educational psychology, with recurring themes in argumentation, teacher development, and student engagement. Her work often involves collaborative research with institutions and networks across Spain.

Maria Isabel Cano Ortiz has been involved in multiple research projects, including TIP-MapVa (on inquiry-based teaching), SINTE (on academic identity), and initiatives focused on improving teacher practices through collaborative learning communities. These projects are supported by national and regional grants, reflecting her active engagement in funded research.

She has contributed to peer-reviewed journals such as Electronic Journal of Research in Educational Psychology and Higher Education Research and Development, and has co-authored a book on argumentation in learning. Her work is cited in academic databases and contributes to ongoing discourse in educational innovation.

She is a member of the Seminari Interuniversitari sobre Identitat i Noves Trajectòries Educatives (SINTE), a research network dedicated to identity and new educational trajectories, indicating her involvement in broader academic collaborations and knowledge exchange.