Prof. Antonella Bertolotto | Arts and Humanities | Best Researcher Award

Becaria Doctoral at IdIHCS/CONICET-UNLP, Argentina

Antonella Bertolotto is a dedicated researcher in the field of educational sciences, with a particular focus on the history and sociocultural aspects of physical education. She is currently a Doctoral Fellow at the National Scientific and Technical Research Council (CONICET) in Argentina, where she is pursuing her PhD at the National University of La Plata (UNLP). Her research delves into the formation of professional identities, educational discourses, and the historical evolution of bodily practices. She has been actively engaged in various academic projects, analyzing the role of education in shaping perceptions of the body and sensitivities. With a strong commitment to scholarly research, Bertolotto contributes to multiple study groups and has been involved in both teaching and academic writing. Her work is recognized for its interdisciplinary approach, blending education, history, and social sciences to provide a deeper understanding of the evolution of physical education and professional training.

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Education

Antonella Bertolotto has pursued extensive academic training in the field of educational sciences and physical education. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education from the National University of La Plata (UNLP), where she also completed a Teaching Certification in Physical Education. Building on this foundation, she enrolled in a Doctoral Program in Educational Sciences at UNLP, supported by a prestigious CONICET doctoral fellowship (2022-2027). Her doctoral research examines the historical development of professional organizations in physical education and their impact on educational policies. Throughout her academic journey, she has taken part in specialized courses and seminars, including training in comparative education, historiography, and research methodologies. Her educational background reflects a strong commitment to interdisciplinary studies, blending education, history, sociology, and political science to analyze the evolution of physical education and professional training in Argentina and beyond.

Professional Experience

Antonella Bertolotto has built a solid professional career as a researcher, educator, and academic contributor in the field of educational sciences. She is currently affiliated with the Institute of Humanities and Social Sciences Research (IDIHCS-UNLP/CONICET), where she participates in various projects analyzing the history of physical education, professional training, and pedagogical practices. She has served as a research fellow in multiple university-led investigations, including studies on educational discourses and body perceptions in the 20th century. Additionally, she has worked as a teaching assistant in university courses related to theory and pedagogy of physical education, guiding students in their academic development. Her contributions extend to writing research papers, participating in academic conferences, and engaging in collaborative research projects. Through her work, she aims to bridge the gap between historical research and contemporary educational challenges, making significant contributions to the field of humanities and social sciences.

Research Interests

Bertolotto’s research interests lie at the intersection of education, history, and sociocultural studies, with a particular emphasis on the role of the body in educational practices. Her work explores the historical and political dimensions of physical education, focusing on the development of professional organizations, the influence of Pan-Americanism in shaping educational discourses, and the transformation of bodily practices in Argentina during the 20th century. She is particularly interested in the ways educational policies and social norms have shaped the understanding of physical education as a discipline. Her research also extends to sensitivity studies and the cultural history of emotions, analyzing how educational institutions influence bodily perceptions. By integrating historical analysis with contemporary educational debates, Bertolotto seeks to contribute to the advancement of education policies and pedagogical approaches that acknowledge the evolving role of physical education in modern society.

Awards and Honors

Antonella Bertolotto has been recognized for her academic excellence and contributions to educational research. She was awarded the EVC-CIN Fellowship (2020-2021), a prestigious grant supporting early-career researchers in Argentina. Currently, she is a Doctoral Fellow at CONICET (2022-2027), one of the most competitive research grants in the country, which allows her to pursue her PhD at UNLP. Her involvement in multiple research projects and academic groups has earned her recognition within the academic community. She has also received certifications for her participation in specialized training programs, including courses on education historiography, sociocultural studies, and comparative education. While still in the early stages of her academic career, her work has already made a significant impact on the study of physical education history and professional training, positioning her as a promising researcher in her field.

Conclusion

Antonella Bertolotto demonstrates strong potential as a researcher, particularly in the field of education, history, and sociocultural studies related to physical education. However, given that her PhD is not yet complete and her publication record is unclear, she may not yet be at the level required for a Best Researcher Award. She would be an excellent emerging researcher candidate with significant contributions anticipated in the future.

Publications Top Notes

• La pelea del Siglo XX; prensa, masculinidad y nacionalidad

  • Author: A. Bertolotto

  • Year: 2020

  • Citations: 5

• Entre atletas y runner’s. Discursos, sentidos y espacios

  • Author: A. Bertolotto

  • Year: 2021

  • Citations: 2

• Prólogo de la Revista de la Educación Física

  • Authors: A. Bertolotto, E. L. Galak

  • Year: 2023

  • Citations: 1

• Los usos de las tecnologías en el Primer Congreso Argentino de Educación Física de 1943

  • Authors: A. Bertolotto, E. L. Galak

  • Year: 2022

  • Citations: 1

• The forgotten reform. On the initiative, success and absence of the school round games (“rondas escolares”) as a musical proposal for Physical Education classes (Argentina, 1910s)

  • Authors: A. Bertolotto, E. L. Galak

  • Year: 2025

  • Citations: N/A

• Formación superior e investigación en Educación Física: Mapeo en las universidades argentinas y primeras consideraciones

  • Authors: E. Galak, I. V. Ribero, M. A. Ruiz, A. Bertolotto, A. V. Tita, L. Nakayama

  • Year: 2024

  • Citations: N/A

• Relecturas musicales: Ritmo, movimientos, cuerpos, técnicas. Las músicas de Enrique Romero Brest

  • Authors: E. Galak, A. Bertolotto

  • Year: 2023

  • Citations: N/A

• Un manifiesto para la Educación Física: “Acción de los profesores de Educación Física en la enseñanza nacional” (1943)

  • Author: A. Bertolotto

  • Year: 2023

  • Citations: N/A

• Ritmo, movimiento, cuerpos, técnicas: Las músicas de Enrique Romero Brest

  • Authors: A. Bertolotto, E. Galak

  • Year: 2023

  • Citations: N/A

• Un manual, toda la Educación Física: Lecturas de

  • Authors: A. Bertolotto, A. Lapuente Romero, E. Galak

  • Year: 2023

  • Citations: N/A

• Un plan y un método: Formación profesional y educación del cuerpo en

  • Authors: A. Bertolotto, A. Lapuente Romero, E. Galak

  • Year: 2023

  • Citations: N/A

• La obra de obras: un repaso de las “Bases de la Educación Física en la Argentina” (1939)

  • Author: A. Bertolotto

  • Year: 2023

  • Citations: N/A

• Rondas Escolares and Physical Education: Between Traditions and Transitions in the Innovative Pedagogical Proposal of Music and Movement (Argentina, 1910)

  • Authors: A. Bertolotto, E. L. Galak

  • Year: 2023

  • Citations: N/A

• Um manual, o conjunto da Educação Física. Leituras de “Elementos de Gimnástica Fisiológica” de Enrique Romero Brest (1911)

  • Authors: A. Bertolotto, E. L. Galak, A. L. Romero

  • Year: 2023

  • Citations: N/A

• Actors, Struggles and Tensions in the Configuration of Associativism in the Field of Argentine Physical Education, 1909–1936

  • Author: A. Bertolotto

  • Year: 2023

  • Citations: N/A

• Entre “educadores, amigos y adversarios de doctrinas”. Relato iconográfico #6: Los “otros” y Enrique Romero Brest

  • Authors: A. Bertolotto, M. Pereyra

  • Year: 2023

  • Citations: N/A

• Un plan y un método: Formación profesional y educación del cuerpo en “Elementos de Gimnástica Fisiológica” (1911)

  • Authors: A. Bertolotto, E. Galak, A. Lapuente Romero

  • Year: 2023

  • Citations: N/A

• Formación superior en Educación Física en las universidades públicas argentinas: Prácticas, saberes y discursos (1953-2023)

  • Authors: A. Bertolotto, A. Tita

  • Year: 2023

  • Citations: N/A

• Formación profesional, panamericanismo y prácticas corporales de mediados del siglo XX: el caso de la Asociación de Profesores de Educación Física de Argentina (1939-1958)

  • Author: A. Bertolotto

  • Year: 2022

  • Citations: N/A