María Rico González

María Rico González is a Lecturer at Camilo José Cela University's Faculty of Education, where she serves as Practicum Department staff and coordinates student programs. She teaches Early Childhood Education and Socio-Labor Competencies curricula. Her work focuses on inclusive education frameworks for diverse learners.

Education:

• Master's in Secondary Education, Sociocommunity Intervention (UCJC, 2024)
• Master's in Cognitive Neuroscience and Education (UCJC, 2023)
• Bachelor's in Early Childhood/Primary Education, Therapeutic Pedagogy specialization (UCJC, 2022)
• Montessori Pedagogy Diploma (2020)
• IB Primary Years Programme certification (2022)

Research Expertise:
Her investigations center on cognitive-educational intersections: reading motivation mechanisms, performing arts as pedagogical tools, and inclusive strategies for neurodiverse learners. Current projects examine cognitive processes in intellectual disabilities through theater and illustrated media's developmental impacts.

Awards:

• Felipe Segovia Extraordinary Award for Academic Excellence (2022)

Professional Engagement:
Coordinates the University Program for Socio-Labor Competencies serving intellectually disabled youth. Maintains active collaborations with SEK International Schools and social services agencies supporting at-risk students. Extensive primary education experience across international curricula.