Piedad María Sahuquillo Mateo

Piedad María Sahuquillo Mateo is a Professor in the Department of Educational Theory at the University of Valencia, affiliated with the Faculty of Education. Her research focuses on educational theory, learning strategies, family dynamics in education, and social pedagogy. She has co-authored over 27 journal articles, 50 book chapters, and 3 books, with a particular emphasis on learning-to-learn competencies, family mediation, and teacher education methodologies. Key contributions include the design and validation of assessment instruments for parental competence and student resilience. She has directed 8 doctoral theses, mentoring researchers in areas such as educational policy, child development, and socio-educational interventions.

Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, addressing issues like academic performance, family-school collaboration, and conflict resolution strategies. Notable projects include collaborations on the evaluation of educational systems, the role of digital tools in teaching, and the impact of learning-centered methodologies in higher education. She has also led initiatives to improve early childhood education and vocational training programs in the Valencian Community.

Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches, integrating educational psychology, social work, and policy analysis. Her research has been cited 191 times with an H-index of 8, reflecting significant scholarly influence. Current interests include digital citizenship education, the socio-emotional development of adolescents, and the application of mediation techniques in educational contexts.