School Garden Design and Management for Educators

Carlos Baixauli leads the Cajamar Experimental Station in Paiporta (Valencia), Spain, where he has built his scientific career since 1992. With a PhD in Agronomy from the Universitat Politècnica de València, he has established himself as an expert in crop research, specializing in the growth, development, and quality assessment of various vegetables including tomatoes, peppers, artichokes, watermelons, and eggplants. As an Associate Professor at UPV since 2009, his academic contributions include 16 book chapters, 11 scientific papers in ISI journals, 48 publications in popular science journals, and 63 conference presentations. His research impact extends through his involvement in 24 research projects, including 7 international and 17 national initiatives. Dr. Baixauli's expertise in Mediterranean agriculture and crop management has earned him positions on various national and international congress organizing committees, making him a respected figure in agricultural research and development.

Laura Grindei is an Associate Professor at the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca (TUCN), where she has dedicated over 25 years to the Department of Electrotechnics and Measurement in the Faculty of Electrical Engineering. After graduating from the Faculty of Automation and Computer Science in 1993, she earned her PhD in Engineering Sciences from TUCN in 2004. Her teaching portfolio encompasses both Bachelor and Master Programs, specializing in Computer Programming Languages, Multimedia Application Design, User Interface Design, and Database Systems. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated significant research prowess, contributing more than 40 research papers to International Conferences and serving as an IT expert in over 20 international and national research projects. Her expertise in educational technology and computer science has made her a valuable asset to TUCN's academic community.

José Vicente Benlloch Dualde is a Professor at the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), where he serves in the Department of Informatics of Systems and Computers since 1990. He holds a degree in Physical Sciences from the University of Valencia and a PhD in Computer Science from UPV. His expertise centers on Technology-enhanced Learning and Learning Analytics, having delivered keynote speeches on improving teaching and learning processes through data analysis

Daniela Gil Salom is an Associate Professor at the Universitat Politècnica de València, combining her role as Deputy Director of International Relations and Culture at the School of Informatics. She earned her PhD in German Philology from the Universitat de València and completed postgraduate studies in German as a Foreign Language Pedagogy at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. As a member of the Applied Linguistics Department's research group on Specialized Language Analysis, she specializes in German language acquisition and foreign language teaching methodologies. Her research portfolio includes significant contributions to self-assessment techniques, effective communication skills, collaborative e-learning, and the integration of technology in language education. Through her work, she has participated in numerous UPV-supported research projects, advancing the field of language teaching and learning methodologies.

Sara Blanc Clavero serves as a Full Professor at the School of Informatics in the Universitat Politècnica de València, where she is affiliated with the Department of Computer Systems and Computing. With over 20 years of experience, she has established herself as a specialist in computer systems and communication, focusing on electronic systems and project development. Her notable achievement includes coordinating the ERASMUS+ eSGarden project "School Gardens for Future Citizens" from 2018 to 2021. As a distinguished academic, Dr. Blanc has contributed significantly to educational innovation and computer systems research, regularly publishing in conferences and academic journals. Her expertise spans across computer systems, electronic systems, and project development, making her a valuable asset to the university's academic community.