Ana Maria Velasquez

Dr. Ana María Velásquez serves as Associate Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of the Andes, where she specializes in educational psychology and citizenship development. Her academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Human Development Psychology from Concordia University, a Master's in Education, and a Bachelor's in Psychology from Universidad de los Andes. Her research focuses on classroom social climate and its impact on children's social development, particularly in the context of civic competencies development. Through her Coursera courses "Constructores de Paz" and "Formadores de Ciudadanía," she shares expertise in promoting peaceful coexistence and citizenship education in school settings. Her significant contributions include work on the "Aulas en Paz" Program and research on school victimization factors. As compiler of "Citizen Competencies: From Standards to the Classroom," she has helped shape understanding of citizenship education implementation. Her work combines theoretical frameworks with practical applications, focusing on developing social and emotional competencies in educational contexts.