Vesna Svalina

Vesna Svalina is an academic specializing in music education, early childhood development, and special education. She actively mentors students across various stages of their academic careers, focusing on topics such as music pedagogy, folk traditions, and inclusive educational practices. Her work emphasizes the role of music in child development, cultural preservation, and innovative teaching methods.

• Serves as mentor for over 30 graduation theses, including studies on music therapy, folklore integration, and special education.
• Focuses on preschool and primary education contexts, exploring how music activities enhance cognitive, social, and emotional skills.
• Contributions include research on folk music preservation, rhythm-based teaching, and accessibility in music education for children with disabilities.

Her publications address contemporary issues in music education and its societal impact, bridging theoretical frameworks with practical classroom applications.