Strong of the idea that the application of the intersectional construct (Crenshaw, 1989; 1991; Hill Collins, 2019) can have important repercussions on the educational paths of all those who inhabit school contexts (De Castro, Guerini & Straniero, 2022; De Castro, 2023; Migliarini & Elder,…

Il volume “Costruire percorsi di faculty development”, nell’alveo dei contributi di riflessione e di ricerca sui temi dei FD, rappresenta un contributo significativo che incoraggia le istituzioni accademiche a investire nella qualità dell'insegnamento e a promuovere una cultura…

Law No. 55/2024, concerning the regulation of pedagogical and educational professions and the establishment of professional registers, represents the culmination of a historical process aimed at recognizing and legitimizing the profession of the pedagogist. This milestone paves the way for the next…

On 4 May 1959, Les Quatre Cents Coups, a movie directed by François Truffaut, was screened at the 12th Cannes Film Festival. 1959 was a particularly important year for French cinema and Truffaut's debut feature movie was destined to leave an indelible mark in the history of international…

With an ageing population and a shrinking cohort of university-age students, academic institutions are faced with the challenge of making university education more flexible and accessible. This contribution explores the potential of micro-credentials and NOOCs (Nano Open Online Courses) in…

Given the complex context within which they work, education professionals are no longer able to approach problems by reconstructing certain and decisive answers. Rather, this context requires exercising the skills of reflection, research and deliberation necessary to collectively (among…

The dynamics intertwining the human and post-human dimensions, which this study aims to explore as an educational problem as well as a semantic and philosophical one, provide an opportunity to outline a scenario where these two conditions of reality interweave and resolve along the interactive…

During the last years and, specifically, the last months, public and (sometimes) academic debate has been focused again about inclusiveness in the Italian scholastic system, which is a recurrent topic throughout the history of education in Italy. Based on this perspective, the article aims at…

The University of Basilicata has just started the ALTA project - Allophone Teacher Academy - which is the winning project of the call provided by the Erasmus+ Key Action 2 program, named Cooperation between organizations and institutions”. This project fits within the framework outlined by the…

First, the Author develops an excursus about the legislative evolution regarding nursery schools and children's services in Italy, particularly the training and skills profile of the professionals who operate there ("Iori law”). Then, he develops a reflection about the scenarios that take shape in…

Active outdoor play is vital for the healthy development and well-being of children. This study emphasises the importance of a balanced approach that promotes children's independence as competent and fully capable individuals and recognises the crucial role of adults, who support and enhance these…

In the few years of his scientific work, Vygotskij outlined a theoretical synthesis capable of framing and linking the results of his contribution to the solution of the educational problems of the Soviet Union of those years. Within this extraordinary practical and scientific engagement, he…

This year marks the centenary of the birth of Danilo Dolci, a prominent figure who offers a significant contribution to post-war Italian culture. Distinguishing himself as a critical thinker who characterizes education from a particular emancipatory perspective, Danilo Dolci's educational commitment…

In a society where the intercultural paradigm overwhelms the perspective of the multicultural one, there’s an incessant demand for the education of childhood that enables co-existence with an ontological otherness that is essential to the being and becoming of oneself. Inhabiting contemporaneity…

In the modern global contest, the debate on human rights has emerged as a crucial issue requiring in-depth analysis and considerable, meaningful and radical engagement. In a rapidly changing world faced with complex challenges, the need to strengthen this commitment to defend and promote human…

In contemporary scientific literature, we find numerous studies on international migrations. Many of these studies focus on the subjective or community motivations that drive many men and women to embark on the migratory journey and their life expectations in the destination countries. In political…

The pilot project “Uno, nessuno, cento Giga” was launched in 2024 by the Region of Sicily, in partnership with the Regional School Office, tackle the prevention of bullying and cyberbullying among students. The project involved the implementation of a training course specifically designed for…

In recent times, Snoezelen rooms and other multisensory and interactive environments are spreading not only in rehabilitation contexts but also in school settings, as evidenced by the birth of a "National Snoezelen Schools Network" which includes about 50 schools offering, not only to children and…

The metacognitive method, developed by Prof. Reuven Feuerstein, plays an important role in the acquisition of cognitive skills. It is unique among leading international interventions for teaching thinking and is able to meet the needs of children with learning difficulties. (Falik, L. 2019). His…

This work aims to attract attention to the phenomenon of the current condition of generational coexistence within the hyper-technological era and intertwined with the concept of liquidity and social uncertainty. The unstoppable spread of algorithms and the profound changes in the use of means of…

Today’s sociocultural complexity urges pedagogical research to reflect on new educational and training needs to support the education of new generations, to make humanity flourish. Specifically, a contribution to the critical examination comes from the World Bank report “Achieving gender…

Art as education, as a field of research and action, still struggles to claim its own specificity and equal importance in relation to other types of knowledge. This paper aims to reflect on the importance of the use of artistic expressions in education, starting from a historical excursus that…

In Italy, the Seventies were a decade of significant tensions accompanied by many changes in the educational field that mainly emerged from grassroots movements and their objections to “traditional” schools. Using a single school textbook in every class was one of the most contentious issues.…

The work intends to contribute to promoting pedagogical research on the teacher's non-verbal communication during the lesson. There is, in fact, a general lack of attention to this area in teacher training at all levels, at least in the Italian context. In addition to the attempt to highlight some…

Educational guidance is pivotal for directing students' educational and professional choices and is essential in preventing school dropout. Beginning with a theoretical examination of the theories, methods, and tools of guidance, the contribution proposes a prospective and projective vision (De…

Recent advances in the field of artificial intelligence and, in particular, the rapid and pervasive spread of generative artificial intelligence tools, pose numerous significant challenges to the education field. Research activity in this area is generally aimed at understanding the impact of such…

The practice of homework has long been internationally problematized because of its effects on social reproduction. By fitting into the discourse on equity in education and using the interpretive category of “non-traditional factors of inequality”, which refers to disparities produced by school…

Artificial intelligence (AI) bursts into history by innovating life like the great revolutions that preceded it (invention of writing, printing and the internet). It is necessary to enrich the perspective of capabilities proposed by Nussbaum (Alessandrini, 2014) by introducing the connective…

Italian primary school assessment is under constant scrutiny, particularly with the Senate's approval of Bill 924-bis amending O.M. 172/2020. This amendment replaces achievement levels with descriptive assessment. Assessment relies on quantitative and qualitative data gathered by teachers through…

Through learning environments such as the Philosophy for/with Children´s (P4wC) methodology, young people share a common philosophical issue and face a collective path of research towards a(some) possible answer(s). The article introduces the P4wC framework, linked to the studies of uncertainty in…

This study explores the integration of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) in the treatment of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The primary objective is to evaluate whether a combined approach can improve both communication skills and…

The article concerns some results of an empirical investigation relating to practices and opinions of secondary school teachers on the evaluation and certification of key citizenship skills to be acquired at the end of compulsory education. To collect information, a questionnaire was administered to…

Artificial intelligence (AI) is also revolutionizing the construction of assessment or observation rubrics. AI-generated rubrics can dynamically adapt to teachers' needs, providing personalized feedback and promoting more targeted learning. Furthermore, AI can facilitate the continuous updating of…

This research addresses a highly current topic in the field of Didactics and Special Pedagogy: the inclusion of students with Specific Learning Disorder (SLD) in the university context. It is only since the enactment of Law No. 170 of 2010 that Italian universities have been required to implement…

In this contribution, a research path is proposed that is oriented toward the growing need for understanding at the educational level, with specificity of analysis in primary schools, regarding the gifted education. As a method and empirical approach, the proposed methods are oriented toward…

International studies analyzing AI in its different contexts of application, not least the educational one, in which its impact in teaching-learning processes is explored in depth, are several (Luckin, 2018; Holmes et alii, 2019) and all of them reflect on the effect it can have in terms of…

On the occasion of the launch of the "Research with School" platform, we conducted a validation check of the Soft Skills Self-evaluation Questionnaire – 3SQ aimed at exploring the soft skills of students and education practitioners. Starting with a sample of nearly 7,000 respondents, collected…

The study is framed in a case-study qualitative approach with the aim to describe and analyse the multidisciplinary team-teaching impact on university students of Education Science degree course involved in a hands-on workshop conducted in the academic year 2023-2024 by three professors…

The current policies and guidelines of international organizations for Artificial Intelligence in Education (AIED) and research highlight the numerous ethical and practical challenges arising from the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the educational field, such as privacy and data…

This study aims to describe the pilot study of three questionnaire aimed at assessing the fifth key competence: Personal, Social and Learning to Learn. The questionnaires refer to the three areas of the European Lifecomp Framework; each instrument therefore estimates the perceived mastery of 3…

The paper is situated in the theoretical framework of practice-based studies by investigating the design and prototyping practices of educational toys and children's entertainment by 26 toy designers. The thematic analysis of the interviews submitted to these professionals makes it possible to…

The leadership of the Coordinator of early childhood educational centers is a key factor in ensuring the quality of the services offered. However, evaluating leadership is not always straightforward; for this reason, starting from the theoretical discussion on the function that leadership plays…

The opportunity to develop resilience through generative AI represents an interesting and potentially promising educational challenge, as it can be used to create simulated scenarios or virtual environments in which individuals can face and overcome challenges, mistakes or difficult situations in a…

This paper is based on a qualitative study conducted through in-depth interviews with managers and referent persons of social institutions and territorial communities. The aim is to evaluate the initial impact of university-work meetings and to verify if theoretical reflections in the classroom have…

The hallmark of contemporaneity, according to many authors, can be considered acceleration and its deconstructing implications. “Consuming life” appear intent on floating between performance-oriented demands, strictly multitasking, and constantly grappling with the inevitable delays that…

This article analyses the results of a comparative survey carried out within the European project FREASCO - Free from sexism and sex harassment at school - on the awareness that male and female students at schools and universities have on gender stereotypes, sexism and the forms of discrimination…

Financial education has acquired a new identity within the Italian school system. With Article 21, Measures on Financial Education, of the Government Bill No. 674 dated April 21, 2023, Interventions in support of capital competitiveness, its inclusion as a school discipline is established, albeit…

The experience of the pandemic, the perception of uncertainty linked to wars and the role of the social web as a theater of exchange and access to information describes three aspects of society's complexity. These nodes are even more relevant when we consider adolescents and the education task…

Educational research at national and international levels highlights the need of schools to identify effective methodologies to promote active participation and the development of relational skills in students with special educational needs (SEN) throughout their educational journey. Among the…

What motivates an individual to dedicate themselves to the inclusion of pupils with disabilities? The answer may lie in the level of prosociality that an individual possesses, since prosocial behaviors, for both evolutionary and learning theories, are understood as acts that generate benefits for…

Visual studies recognize the dialogue space between the verbal and the visual as a priority. To render ‘in words’ the figures represented within a text, regardless of its physical or digital support, presupposes an operation of continuous contamination between verbal and visual that lies at the…

This article presents the results of a questionnaire survey on the conditions of well-being and discomfort at school, in which 1389 students from a high school in a large northern Italian city took part. The survey instrument used is the result of a participatory process involving different…

The social divide represented by the period spanned by the Covid -19 pandemic has revealed a rather complex and problematic picture of inequalities in access and digital, technological literacy in our country (Save the Children, 2023; Open Polis, 2020). Moreover, it has revealed an educational…

The creation of a network of supports for pupils with disabilities to be implemented as early as in early childhood settings, including with a view to the construction of the life project, is an issue widely known in the literature (Canevaro, 2019; Cesaro, 2015; Ianes et al., 2021a; 2021b; Bianquin…

Educational and teaching research shows how learning through digital is transforming the acquisition of knowledge and skills. However, a gap exists between young NEETs, who use digital for entertainment, and university students, who integrate it into their studies on a daily basis. The use of…

Teacher training represents an area of relevance within the pedagogical debate, which involves multiple interrelated aspects. Beyond the acquisition of didactic-methodological skills, the teacher is a professional who must acquire the mental habitus of self-reflexivity and self-awareness (Baldacci,…

The contribution analyzes a collaboration experience between a content creator for social networks and a scientific department of the University of XXX for the narration of the activities of the research laboratories. We produced short vertical videos that were published on the Instagram and TikTok…

This paper examines the use of Classcraft in educational planning with future primary school teachers, focusing on the platform's features, educational potential, and its utility in teacher training. Classcraft is an educational platform that transforms learning into a gamified experience, offering…

Within the Italian ECEC system, early childhood hubs represent an innovative policy tool. Curricular guidelines define them as “hosting educational services of several types and preschool sections within the same premises or nearby”. Scope of this study is a national exploration on their…

The hypothesis is examined according to which the pedagogical interventions of the subjects, who find themselves in the helping relationship, can be significantly reworked through a dedicated Biopedagogical approach. It can therefore find new forms of interaction through the operationalization of…

Low education and dropout rates are closely related to the phenomenon of NEETs, young people aged between 15 and 29 who are neither in employment, education, nor training. High is the rate of young people who leave the education and training system prematurely (the so-called early school leavers)…

School should be an environment where every student has the opportunity to grow and reach their highest potential through an educational experience that respects and values diversity. This requires an active engagement on the part of the school community in creating a welcoming climate and…

The growing awareness that games can be a very valuable learning environment has not been accompanied by an effective diffusion of games in Italian schools. From primary school to university, an ambivalent behaviour is manifested: its widespread appreciation is contrasted with a limited application,…

The article describes the project that Indire is conducting in collaboration with the Ufficio Scolastico Regionale Umbria to develop vertical coding and robotics curricula in first-cycle schools. Similar to previous experiments conducted by Indire in this field, we will also experiment with…

The project ‘Social, Environmental Sustainability, Generation Z’ a result of collaboration between the Chair of Pedagogy and Training for Ecological Transition at the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, the High School for the Environment, and Silea Spa, aims to explore the opinions and…

University dropout is a widespread issue in our education system, with significant implications for both individuals and society. Among the factors that may influence dropout, study strategies, academic motivation, perceived self-efficacy and psychological well-being are particularly relevant. This…

The use of Virtual Reality (VR) technologies in education represents a rapidly spreading field that offers, according to the most recent literature, significant benefits for learning. One of the key factors to effectively introduce an immersive experience within any training-didactic pathway is…

The Public Speaking method and its educational application in schools, has considerable potential, not yet fully explored by educational research and pedagogical reflection. This conviction derives from the experimentation of the didactic application of this approach, thanks to a project implemented…

The article describes the process through which elementary school teachers in training on formative assessment have discussed goal setting to facilitate students' self-regulation and continuous monitoring of their progress. Indeed, the teaching process requires the setting of clear and observable…

Characterized by attributes such as digital, mobile, social, visual and global, Alpha students bring with them the potential for significant changes in teaching and learning processes. This qualitative research aims to explore the transformation generated through the educational use of smartphones…

The article aims to explore the role of technology in the tertiary education sector in Italy, focusing on the dynamics between the traditional physical presence of university students and the increasingly extensive use of E-Learning platforms, a trend that has grown especially after the pandemic…

The dissemination of information through the web and social networks has allows broad participation in knowledge but, often, is an uncritical and irresponsible participation (Ariemma, 2016; Buonauro & Domenici, 2020). The educational institution represents the place in which to live the first…

Despite the evolution of docimological studies, the transition from a solely summative approach to its integration with formative assessment practices (Scriven, 1967; 1991; Bloom, 1969; Bloom, Madaus & Hastings, 1971; Barbier, 1977; Falcinelli, 1999) still represents a challenge for teachers…

Research demonstrates that the emotional state of teachers significantly impacts both their occupational health and the classroom environment. Stress and emotional variations affect teaching self-efficacy and students’ outcomes, making the study of teacher emotions essential. Electrodermal…

This contribution describes the phenomenon of ethical illiteracy, a still poorly explored construct, concerning the inability to reflect ethically. The purpose of this paper is to give a definition, explore its origin and characteristics. The phenomenon becomes apparent from the data interpretation,…

This study is based on the current and renewed academic interest, as well as the growing body of research, regarding the use of moral dilemmas in the context of digital citizenship education. Specifically, it will discuss an activity conducted with 194 second-year university students enrolled in the…

The research seeks to explore the relationship between violent videogames, aggressive- bullying behaviours and peer-deviant group aggregation in male pupils in secondary school students (first and second grade) (13/19 year old boys). The examined sample is composed of 532 pupils attending suththern…

Gender stereotypes exert a profound influence on social interactions, contributing to the phenomenon of gender inequality (Fierli et al., 2015) and shaping our way of perceiving and interacting (Biemmi, 2017; Ghigi, 2019). School, along with the family, plays a privileged role in gender education.…

Game Based Learning is an educational approach that differs from traditional didactics in its use of playful elements, such as video games, to create engaging learning environments and foster students' motivation and learning in an engaging way (Torrea &Ricchiardi, 2023; Ligabue, 2023; Muscarà…

In this paper, Augmented Reading, a practice of actions to increase pleasure and interest in narrative texts, is proposed as an educational strategy to counter the progressive decline of paper-based reading. The close connection with the digital ecosystem and the creative production of new content…

All’interno del più ampio dibattito pedagogico e scientifico, è forte la necessità di documentare e valorizzare l’importanza della progettazione della didattica e della valutazione inclusive per tutti gli allievi e gli studenti della classe e, in particolare, per coloro i quali presentano…

Formative assessment (assessment for learning) plays a significant role not only in understanding what students know (outcomes), but also in determining the best conditions for the expression of talents and, inclusively, in responding to personal needs in order to achieve authentic and meaningful…

An ever-increasing number of scholars belonging to diverse disciplinary fields have been turning their attention towards mimetic studies. Those studies in affirming the centrality of mimesis in learning processes and the definition of human beings as mimetic animals par excellence have had a remote…

For students with ADHD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) it is essential that the choices and teaching actions made by teachers (both class teacher and support teacher) are oriented towards an educational project aimed at synergistically developing their processes. cognitive, emotional,…

The promotion of inclusive and effective teaching practices in heterogeneous classrooms has become a crucial educational imperative. Scientific research, in constant evolution, offers a robust empirical foundation for designing pedagogical interventions focused on inclusion. As highlighted by Hattie…

The revelation of a specific learning difficulty often occurs during a child's school journey, causing concern among parents. Many struggle to accept their child's different developmental path, leading them to deny the problem's existence and adopt an attitude of perpetual expectation, hoping that…

The developmental window covering the last year of pre-school and the beginning of primary school is an important period for observation and early identification of the predictors of specific learning difficulties. This identification process, through the use of specific screening, makes it possible…

The constant increase in students with disabilities and Specific Learning Disorders within Italian universities has contributed to the implementation of dedicated Tutoring Services and the establishment of specific actions, including peer tutoring, which plays a pivotal role in mediating the…

Museums play a vital role in safeguarding and preserving cultural heritage and providing educational experiences. However, people with visual impairment face significant challenges in trying to access and interact with museum exhibits. Currently, museums are dedicated to enhancing education and…

Neurodiversity pedagogy recognizes and enhances, on an educational level and from an inclusive perspective, individuals' different cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning modes, considering neurodiversity as a natural manifestation of human biodiversity. The general purpose of the…

Technological evolution and the use of advanced digital tools play a crucial role in various aspects of our daily lives. A significant example concerns their integration into the educational context, influencing the development of skills and teaching approaches. Recently, there has been a growing…

The presence of students with Complex Communicative Needs (BCC) in school requires educational-didactic measures aimed at enhancing the vicarious potential of the body and the use of assistive technologies which may support and facilitate communication, learning and social relationships. Thus,…

In Italian preschools, children with special educational needs are constantly increasing. If appropriate educational activities aren't proposed, children will not acquire the prerequisites that are essential to face successfully the teaching of reading and writing in elementary school. Currently,…

There is a international understanding that pupils with SLD, specifically with dyslexia, need effective teaching, not special/separate teaching, evidence informed. Given the text comprehension difficulties of Italian students, based on the Evidence Based Education (EBE) approach, the article…

Numerous studies published in the scientific literature, conducted in recent decades, have highlighted the difficulties in teaching and learning foreign languages, in pupils with Specific Learning Disorders (SLD). However, the provision of environments in which there is an active role of pupils with…

In the school, teachers are now familiar with the Ministerial Directive of December 27, 2012, which provides those who have a certification for DSA but also those who have school difficulties with access to a Personalized Learning Plan (PDP). However, there seems to be little knowledge in the school…

The implementing decree of Law 170 /2010 gives the national education system the task of drawing up Personalised Learning Plans (PDP), identifying appropriate educational and teaching strategies and assessment methods for students with Specific Learning Disorders, to ensure educational success and…

Including students with specific learning disorders (SLD) in the university environment is increasingly important. This study compares Italian and Spanish university lecturers' training on SLD and the teaching strategies for supporting students with SLD. A qualitative-quantitative approach was used…

This paper explores the fundamental contribution of scientific research in improving and informing instructional practice, with a focus on its application in heterogeneous classrooms. Through a critical review of the existing literature, the paper highlights how scientific research provides…

Following the enactment of Law 170/2010, Italian universities have witnessed a substantial increase in the number of students with Specific Learning Disabilities (SLDs). This exploratory study employed a mixed-methods approach to assess the use and perceived effectiveness of various educational…