Forés Miravalles, Anna

Transforming education through neuroscience: Learn from a pioneer who has spent over three decades revolutionizing how we understand the brain's role in learning and resilience

General Information

Name: Anna Forés
Current Position: Director of the Neuroeducation Chair UB-EDU
Location: Barcelona, Spain
Email: annaforesub@gmail.com
LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/anna-forés-b028a318/
Personal Website: annafores.wordpress.com

"True education lies at the intersection of neuroscience and human potential. By understanding how our brains learn, we can create resilient educational environments that empower every individual to flourish."

Specialties

Neuroeducation

Educational Resilience

Brain-Based Learning

Academic Leadership

Educational Research

Pedagogical Innovation

Educational Psychology

Teacher Training

Learning Sciences

Educational Transformation

SIKKHONA Methodology

Educational Neuroscience

Cognitive Development

Higher Education

Educational Management

Professional Experience

Director of the Neuroeducation Chair UB-EDU1st (2023 - Present)
- Leading research and innovation initiatives in neuroeducation
- Directing international neuroeducation conferences
- Coordinating interdisciplinary teams and projects
Associate Professor at Faculty of Education, University of Barcelona (2015 - Present)
- 32+ years of university teaching experience
- Developed innovative educational methodologies
- Research focused on resilience and neuroscience applications in education
Vice Dean of the Faculty of Pedagogy, University of Barcelona (2011 - 2015)
- Oversaw academic administration and program development
- Led the creation of the new Faculty of Education
- Coordinated doctoral programs and practicum experiences
Delegate of the Rector for University-Society Relations (2014 - 2015)
- Strengthened connections between academia and community
- Developed outreach programs and collaborative initiatives
Director of University Studies, Pere Tarrés Foundation, Ramon Llull University (2000 - 2002)
- Managed academic programming and faculty development
- Implemented educational innovation strategies

Education and Certifications

PhD in Philosophy and Education Sciences, University of Barcelona
Bachelor's Degree in Pedagogy, University of Barcelona
Multiple certifications in Neuroeducation and Educational Innovation

Skills and Knowledge

Educational Leadership: Program direction, academic coordination, strategic planning
Research: Neuroeducation, resilience, teaching methodologies, learning environments
Teaching: University instruction, professional development, mentoring
Innovation: Educational transformation, digital learning, cognitive development
Communication: Public speaking, publishing, educational outreach

Languages

Spanish: Native
Catalan: Native
English: Professional working proficiency

Teaching Positions

Co-Director of Master's in Advanced Neuroeducation, University of Barcelona
- Award-winning program (Premio Malapeira)
- Developed curriculum integrating neuroscience and educational practice
Professor at University of Barcelona (2005 - Present)
- Faculty of Education
- Teaching courses on neuroeducation, resilience, and pedagogical innovation
Professor at Ramon Llull University (1992 - 2005)
- Developed educational programs and methodologies
- Mentored students in educational research and practice

Awards and Recognitions

Premio Malapeira for the Master's in Advanced Neuroeducation
Member #7 of the Hispano-American Academy of Directors
TEDx Speaker on Resilient Attitude, Castellón

Memberships

Patron of EDUCO NGO (2021 - Present)
Co-Director of the Education Yearbook 360, Jaume Bofill Foundation (2018 - Present)
First President of AIRE, Association for Research on Resilience (2014 - 2017)
Mentor of the Pulsar Program, Everis Foundation (2016 - 2018)
Patron of Project Miranda (Former)
Member of IREUB, Institute for Research in Education, University of Barcelona
Member of GR-EMA Research Group (learning environments and materials)
Member of INDAGA'T Innovation Group (fostering inquiry-based learning)