Apropiación Social del Conocimiento en Tecnologías de Bioingeniería en estudiantes de la Institución educativa San Francisco de Asis.

Abstract

At the San Francisco de Asís Educational Institution, the digital literacy project using the STEAM methodology allowed 32 eighth-grade students to actively participate in a process of social appropriation of knowledge. This group, made up of 44% girls and with a significant representation of foreign students (53%), developed technical and reflective skills through practical activities focused on solving social and technological problems. The process included training modules on the fundamentals of electronics, programming and computer-aided design, as well as visits to laboratories at the Santo Tomás University. These experiences provided students with access to advanced tools and professional environments, strengthening their practical learning. Among the outstanding achievements is the design and development of a bioengineering project: smart glasses with audible detection for people with visual disabilities, integrating knowledge of CAD design, programming and electronics. This approach not only facilitated the transfer of technical knowledge, but also promoted inclusion and equity, empowering students as agents of change and connecting their learning to social impact and technological innovation in their community