ValoresEnRed: Tejiendo Sociedad Desde el Autoconocimiento en la Infancia.

Abstract

This article presents the community pedagogical project "ValoresEnRed: weaving society from self-knowledge in childhood", developed in the pedagogical practice of the degree in Early Childhood Education at the Santo Tomás University, which focused on strengthening the values and literacy skills of 18 boys and girls from 5 to 13 years old in commune 8 of Villavicencio, within the Social Projection of the USTA. Project-Based Learning (PBL) was used as a methodological approach, which seeks not only to improve academic learning, but also to promote values such as respect, cooperation and responsibility through meaningful activities. The project is based on key theoretical principles such as those of Freire and Vygotsky. Freire, with his "Pedagogy of the Oppressed", contributes to the promotion of critical thinking and community commitment, while Vygotsky, in "Thought and Language", highlights the importance of language and social interaction in learning, fundamental elements for designing activities literacy that promote values. The results of the project focused on a significant improvement in reading and writing skills, evidenced in their ability to understand texts appropriate to their educational level and express ideas with greater clarity and coherence in writing. Furthermore, the development of values such as respect, empathy and cooperation has been strengthened, manifesting itself in more positive behaviors both within the school environment and in the community. Finally, the project has not only improved the children's academic skills, but has also contributed to their ethical and moral development, preparing them to be active citizens committed to their environment. This comprehensive approach reflects significant progress towards the comprehensive training of participants, highlighting the importance of education in promoting fundamental values from an early age.