About this Presentation
This powerful case study demonstrates how the Thinking Processes for Education (TOCfE) helped students in Mozambique overcome internalized barriers to learning and self-expression. Daniela Avancini guided students through the Ambitious Target tool using a sensitive, dialectical approach that promoted autonomy and cognitive flexibility. The process enabled students—many of whom faced deep social and emotional challenges—to set meaningful goals and experience a shift in self-perception. This session highlights how TOCfE can transform lives by fostering agency, even in highly adverse environments.
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Instructor(s)
Daniele Marques Paterno
Daniele Marques Patterno Daniele Marques is a neuropsychologist specializing in psychopedagogy and cognitive-behavioral therapies, with training in schema therapy and extensive experience in neuropsychological assessment. Her academic and professional journey is marked by a strong commitment to human development, learning, and educational innovation. Currently, Daniele is focusing her expertise on the Theory of Constraints (TOC) in the educational environment, applying strategic tools to optimize teaching processes, problem-solving, and critical thinking development. Her approach aims not only to enhance academic performance but also to empower teachers and students to tackle complex challenges in a structured and effective manner. Originally from Brazil, she now lives in Valencia, Spain, where she expands her experiences in a multicultural context. Her commitment to education and human development reflects her passion for transforming realities, creating a positive impact both at an individual and systemic level.
Daniela Avancini Venezuela
Daniela Avancini is a professional with extensive experience in education, social advocacy, and community development. Her background includes educational leadership, program development, and strategic planning, with a focus on initiatives that support problem-solving, critical thinking, and inclusive learning environments. As Executive Director at TOCfE Inc. Brasil and TOCfE Inc. Mozambique, she applies the Theory of Constraints for Education (TOCfE) to develop educational strategies aimed at improving learning processes and promoting inclusion and equity. Her work also involves conflict resolution and neurodiversity awareness, contributing to more accessible and structured educational experiences. Currently based in Brazil, Daniela focuses on expanding educational and social development programs through evidence-based practices aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and ESG principles. Her work emphasizes the empowerment of communities and the implementation of effective educational strategies to address local and global challenges.