Rosa-María Rodríguez-Jiménez

Autonomous University of Barcelona /University of Arts

The introduction of sport in non-formal education programs for young people does not necessarily imply the training in values and emotional competencies that are attributed to it, as there are several aspects that condition it. That is why this work aims to find areas for improvement in the implementation of these programs that show their effective...

Work-related stress is a major cause of health problems worldwide. Faculty in educational institutions, including universities, also face high levels of stress, which undoubtedly affects their performance, level of personal satisfaction and wellbeing, and the relationship with students. Training interventions based on embodied learning can promote...

Interaction between people and virtual characters through digital and electronic devices is a reality. In this context, the design of virtual characters must incorporate emotional expression at a nonverbal level looking for effective communication with the user. This exploratory study investigates the design features of an avatar functioning as a v...

Emotional Intelligence (EI) as a predictor of success has received a lot of attention since research shows that EI can be taught at any age. Traditionally emotional education has focussed on cognitive skills-based interventions. By connecting the principles of dance movement therapy (DMT), EI development, Emotional Regulation (ER) and the benefits...

The continuous changes in our society require adapted training that encompasses both technical and competency knowledge. There is a high level of demand, especially in areas such as engineering, which can affect the mental health of students, producing high levels of stress and psychological distress, hindering self-efficacy and academic performanc...

Lifestyle affects the health of children and adolescents, especially those living with socio-economic disadvantages. The purpose of this study was to evaluate nutritional status, level of fitness, and diet in children and adolescents from different socio-economic environments. To evaluate nutritional status and nutritional habits, Body Mass Index Z...

Flamenco dance constitutes a vehicle of singular socio-cultural manifestation loaded with emotional elements, which invite its analysis as a potential therapeutic tool. The present research, using a mixed methodology, collected data in three different population groups (volunteer participants, flamenco dancers and dance movement therapists), where...

This article presents an exploratory and interpretative study on the development of self-reflection and self-knowledge in university teachers by an embodied experience. Dance Movement Therapy and Body–Mind Centering share the fundamentals of the paradigm of embodied cognition through a first-person full-body experience. Using these principles, a tr...

This chapter presents a review of Wengrower and Bendel-Rozow’s article in the light of three aspects: the psychiatric rehabilitation model, the specificity of the artistic therapeutic approach presented, dance movement therapy (DMT), and finally the research and evidence-based contributions that support it. Recent psychosocial rehabilitation models...

This article describes a subject design to train engineer students in soft skills through an experiential and person-centred approach, as is usually developed in companies for managers to incorporate responsible and ethical engineering perspectives. This design is based on an experiential methodology and its impact on students is presented. The sub...

This article describes a subject design to train engineer students in soft skills through an experiential and person-centred approach, as is usually developed in companies for managers to incorporate responsible and ethical engineering perspectives. This design is based on an experiential methodology and its impact on students is presented. The sub...

The aim of this study was to explore the potential of using a social robot in speech therapy interventions in children. A descriptive and explorative case study design was implemented involving the intervention for language disorder in five children with different needs with an age ranging from 9 to 12 years. Children participated in sessions with...

Background: Body image disturbance and alexithymia are two core aspects of Eating Disorders (EDs). However, standard treatments for EDs do not include specific techniques to approach these issues on a bodily level. This pilot study evaluated the effects of a Dance Movement Therapy (DMT) intervention on body image and alexithymia in patients with ED...

The concept of embodiment, or the lived experience of the body, has become an important focus of scholarly attention across psychology, sociology, philosophy, and cultural studies. Addressing the inherent challenges of researching the lived experience of the body, this edited volume brings together experienced scholars who conduct and teach embodie...

Background: Body image disturbance and alexithymia are two core aspects of Eating Disorders (EDs). However, standard treatments for EDs do not include specific techniques to approach these issues on a bodily level. This pilot study evaluated the effects of a Dance Movement Therapy (DMT) intervention on body image and alexithymia in patients with E...

In this chapter the authors describe the work in their private practices with neurotic patients. They point out particularities and differences from working with other patient groups, and explain how a DMT observes processes and changes, and plans interventions. Based on Koch and Fischman, the chapter employs a relational, enactive and embodied app...

There is a growing interest in embodied approaches to psychotherapy internationally. This volume focuses on the respective focal professions of dance movement psychotherapy (DMP) and body psychotherapy (BP), addressing the psychotherapeutic need for healing throughout the lifespan. Within embodied clinical approaches, the therapist and client colla...

El máster en Danza Movimiento Terapia (DMT) de la Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona (UAB) está de cumpleaños y, para celebrar este decimoquinto aniversario, como no podía ser de otro modo, nos hemos puesto en movimiento. Nos movilizamos, nos emocionamos y tratamos de entonar con un mundo que avanza a una velocidad de vértigo. El dibujo de estos tie...

La palabra frontera se remonta al siglo xii y etimológicamente significa línea que señala los límites de los estados, pero también se emplea como espacio intermedio que sirve de paso entre dos estados colindantes. Los autores de este texto se sienten, así, que caminan entre dos o más estados, en este caso entre formas de hacer muy distintas en las...

In this paper, results of the project “Crecemos en Equipo” are reported. The project was carried out during the course 2015-2016, together with Mahou Foundation and Balia Foundation. The aim of the project was to relate health and performance variables to ated perceived exertion and useful time of training (time dedicated to physical activity urin...

Results of the Project “Crecemos en Equipo” are reported, with respect to the anthropometric profile and fitness level in healthy and active teenagers at risk of social exclusion. The project was carried out during the 2016-2017 academic year in collaboration with the Mahou Foundation and the Balia Foundation. The aim was to evaluate the anthropome...

In the community of movement educators and therapists we interact with others involving our whole selves through an experiencing process of a non-dual bodymind continuum. Education is primarily a communication process, so under our point of view the body must be involved during the teaching-learning processes. Most of cases, especially in higher ed...

General aspects of the Dance Movement Therapy (DMT) are here exposed along with the historical origins and its evolution in recent decades. DMT is a model of psychotherapeutic intervention, which shares some features with other creative therapies. Non–verbal expressions and creative moment within a therapeutic relationship are inherent and particul...

La construcción de entornos educativos saludables implica integrar la salud del personal docente y no docente, así como de los estudiantes. El concepto de bienestar personal involucra aspectos tanto físicos como psicológicos, y se encuentra conectado con la denominada inteligencia emocional. La formación del profesorado debería incorporar de un mod...

According new social needs, university education has made strong efforts to promote the development of skills. In this sense, emotional skills are key to achieving professional achievements. However, this aspect is not enough considered into institutions. We present the main results of two projects we are working to train students through active le...

La construcción de entornos educativos saludables implica integrar la salud del personal docente y no docente, así como de los estudiantes. El concepto de bienestar personal involucra aspectos tanto físicos como psicológicos, y se encuentra conectado con la denominada inteligencia emocional. La formación del profesorado debería incorporar de un m...

Nowadays higher education teachers are getting involved in motivating students to acquire significative learning throughout their life, as a contribution to their personal growth. To achieve this objective, specific teacher training in developing emotional competences in the teachers becomes necessary. The teacher, consciously or unconsciously, cre...

p class="REDUTEXTORESUMEN"> Los cambios producidos en los procesos de enseñanza– aprendizaje requieren de los docentes formación competencial que motive a los alumnos para que sean capaces de desarrollarse como personas y realizar aprendizajes significativos a lo largo de toda su vida. En línea con este objetivo es necesaria una formación específic...

Traditionally general skills and personal growth have been developed through cognitive processes inside an academic context. A development based on experience, may be an alternative route to achieve cognitive knowledge. Enact-learning is based on the biunivocal relationship between knowledge and action. Action is movement. Participants interact wit...

p>En el ámbito de la educación universitaria, aunque no sólo en él, la evaluación de competencias surge como un aspecto clave si queremos ser coherentes con el nuevo paradigma educativo. En este sentido, una efectiva coordinación entre docentes puede ayudar a poner en común dificultades, a afrontar las diferentes tareas y a consensuar criterios de...

En el ámbito de la educación universitaria, aunque no sólo en él, la evaluación de competencias surge como un aspecto clave si queremos ser coherentes con el nuevo paradigma educativo. En este sentido, una efectiva coordinación entre docentes puede ayudar a poner en común dificultades, a afrontar las diferentes tareas y a consensuar criterios de ev...

Nowadays higher education teachers are getting involved in motivating students to acquire significative learning throughout their life, as a contribution to their personal growth. To achieve this objective, specific teacher training in developing emotional competences in the teachers becomes necessary. The teacher, consciously or unconsciously, cre...

Educación en valores en el ámbito universitario: propuestas y experiencias

La importancia del desarrollo y evaluación de competencias genéricas en los nuevos estudios de grado es un aspecto aceptado ya por toda la comunidad universitaria. La formación en competencias permitirá que los estudiantes estén mejor preparados para afrontar los retos de una sociedad en constante cambio. Esto requiere por parte del profesorado, de...

The Universidad Europea de Madrid pretends to converge into the European Higher Education Area being the pioneer oft he Spanish University framework. As such, has chosen to carry out the Pilot and Converge Plans that are transforming its educational means, involving all its educational community. Those Plans cover the first course students belongin...

Este trabajo describe el modo en el que un conjunto de profesores europeos enseñan Física en niveles universitarios, con especial énfasis en el modo en el cual promueven la adquisición de competencias generales entre sus estudiantes. El estudio muestra la permanencia de métodos tradicionales de enseñanza, con una mayor promoción de competencias esp...

Introducción La Universidad por sus propias características como lugar de generación de conocimiento y formación integral de los estudiantes, tiene una gran influencia sobre éstos, y sobre la sociedad en general. De ahí, que su compromiso con los derechos humanos, la libertad y la aceptación de las diferencias deba ser una máxima en su actuación. T...