Educación en Contextos Rurales: Perspectivas en América Latina from Coursera

Este curso te permitirá comprender la educación en contextos rurales de América Latina y los desafíos que plantea en la actualidad. A partir de las estadísticas actuales y literatura reciente, se caracterizará esta modalidad educativa, para identificar sus fortalezas y la potencialidad de inspirar, a partir de ellas, mejoras en otros contextos educativos.

Este curso fue diseñado por las fundaciones Bunge y Born y Perez Companc, en el marco de su Programa Sembrador, junto con la Universidad Austral. Es el primero de los cuatro cursos que conforman el Programa Especializado en Educación Básica en Contextos Rurales, que te permitirá comprender qué es la educación en contextos rurales, cómo se gestiona, cuál es el rol de la comunidad en la escuela, y analizar algunos casos de estudio.

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Syllabus

Especificidad de la educación en contextos rurales

Contenidos: 1. Concepto de Ruralidad: criterios para su definición / 2. La nueva ruralidad / 3. La heterogeneidad de la ruralidad en la región / 4. Especificidad de la educación en contextos rurales. / 5. El multigrado y es aislamiento como características propias de las escuelas en contextos rurales. / 6. Potencialidades de la escuela en contextos rurales.

La situación de la educación en contextos rurales en América Latina

Contenido: 1. Las distintas regiones dentro de América Latina / 2. La heterogeneidad de la región / 3. Dimensiones y características de la oferta educativa y de los alumnos / 4. Desafíos pendientes: educación de calidad y equidad en las oportunidades educativas.

Teorías y prácticas de educación rural en América Latina

Aproximaciones a las perspectivas teóricas en la construcción del conocimiento en secciones múltiples o plurigrado. (Escuela Nueva o Activa - John Dewey, Kilpatrick, Montessori, Herbart, Villafañe y las Hermanas Cossettini- Teoría Crítica -Freire, Giroux y Apple-Teoría del Aprendizaje Dialógico –Aubert y Flecha- y Paradigma Emergente –Boaventura de Sousa Santos-).|Prácticas cotidianas en escuelas en contexto rural. Rupturas y continuidades a partir de voces de maestros/profesores. Maestros inspiradores y/o investigadores: Luis Iglesias, Justa Ezpeleta, Elsie Rockwell, Flavia Terigi, Carolina Gandulfo, Elisa Cragnolino, Limber E. Santos, Daniela Díaz, Susana Mayer, María Rosa Brumat y Claudia B. Baca, Marlene Ribeiro, María Aparecida Bergamaschi, Olga Biasioli, entre otros.

Políticas para escuelas en contextos rurales

Contenido: 1. Políticas públicas actuales para escuelas en contextos rurales

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Dirigido a profesionales que trabajan en el ámbito de la educación rural y aquellos interesados en comprender sus características y desafíos

Desarrollado por instituciones reconocidas en el campo de la educación rural: Fundación Bunge y Born, Fundación Perez Companc y Universidad Austral

Ofrece una visión integral de la educación rural en América Latina, cubriendo aspectos como la definición, desafíos y prácticas cotidianas

Explora las teorías y prácticas de la educación rural, proporcionando conocimientos teóricos y prácticos para mejorar la calidad educativa en contextos rurales

Presenta casos de estudio y experiencias de maestros inspiradores, brindando ejemplos prácticos y estrategias efectivas para la enseñanza en contextos rurales

Requiere conocimientos previos en educación o un interés específico en la educación rural para una mejor comprensión de los contenidos

Reviews summary

Positive outlook for rural education in latin america

This course on education in rural Latin America receives rave reviews from students. Many appreciate the course content's depth and breadth, finding it highly informative and engaging. Students also praise the quality of the materials provided, noting that they offer valuable insights and practical tools. Overall, students highly recommend this course to anyone interested in understanding education in rural Latin America.

Offers practical tools for real-world applications

"Excelente curso; brinda grandes herramientas que serviran para fortalecer la practica educatica."

"Excelente curso!!! Muy claro y con intercambio de experiencia que favorecen para iniciativa de nuevas acciones!!!!! El material imperdible!!"

Packed with insightful and applicable information

"Excelente en todos los aspectos: organización, material, perpestiva y acompañamiento!!!"

"Excelente curso, contextualiza de forma completa los aspectos de la educación en ambientes rurales en América Latina. "

Provides valuable insights

"Incentiva el aprendizaje educativo actual"

"Fue un curso muy interesante el cual aprendí como me ayudó a tener nuevas estrategias para transmitir conocimiento."

Relies on peer assessment, resulting in delays in certification

"La forma de evaluación y calificación final que depende de la calificación de los pares es poco práctica, tuvieron que pasar varios días, en algunos casos, semanas, para que alguien nos califique y así recien obtener el certificado final."

Focuses heavily on Argentina despite title referencing Latin America

"El curso es muy regionalista, muestra mucho sobre Argentina, a pesar de que se habla de diversidad y e incluye América Latina en el título."

Questions about certification availability and timing

"ya hace un tiempo que termine el curso y mi certificación certificación aún no esta disponible podrían podríanpor podrían por favor enviar la a mi mail.Gracias "

"es un programa especializado muy interesante para mi vida personal y profesional, tengo toda la voluntad ´para realizarla pero me inquieta saber el porque no recibiria el certificado al terminarla con coursera"

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Educación en Contextos Rurales: Perspectivas en América Latina with these activities:

Review educational theories

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Reviewing educational theories will provide a strong foundation for understanding the concepts covered in this course.

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Identify key educational theories and their proponents
Summarize the main principles and assumptions of each theory
Consider the implications of these theories for educational practice

Explore online resources on rural education

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Expand your knowledge by accessing online resources dedicated to rural education, providing you with additional insights and perspectives.

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Search for online courses, articles, or documentaries on rural education.
Follow reputable organizations or experts in the field on social media.
Subscribe to newsletters or blogs that provide updates on rural education.

Review the theoretical foundations of rural education

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Refresh your understanding of the basic concepts and theories underlying education in rural contexts, which will provide a strong foundation for the course.

Browse courses on Rural Education

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Review notes or textbooks on rural education theory.
Attend a workshop or online course on rural education.
Read academic articles on the topic.

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Collaborate with other educators

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Collaborating with other educators will provide you with different perspectives and insights.

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Join or start an online or in-person community of educators
Participate in discussions and share your experiences
Collaborate on projects or initiatives

Analyze educational data

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Practicing data analysis skills will help you develop the ability to interpret and use data to improve educational outcomes.

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Collect and organize educational data
Apply statistical methods to analyze the data
Interpret the results and draw conclusions

Join a study group or online discussion forum

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Engage with peers to discuss course concepts, share perspectives, and learn from different experiences in rural education.

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Identify a study group or online forum related to rural education.
Join the group and actively participate in discussions.
Share your own insights and perspectives, and learn from others.

Analyze case studies of effective rural education programs

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Develop your analytical skills by examining real-world examples of successful rural education initiatives.

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Identify case studies of effective rural education programs.
Read and analyze the case studies, focusing on their strategies, challenges, and outcomes.
Discuss your findings with peers or an instructor.

Develop a lesson plan for a rural education setting

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Apply your understanding of rural education by creating a lesson plan tailored to the unique needs and challenges of rural contexts.

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Choose a specific rural education topic or grade level.
Research and gather relevant materials and resources.
Design the lesson plan, incorporating strategies appropriate for rural education.

Develop an educational intervention

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Creating an educational intervention will allow you to apply your knowledge and skills to a real-world problem.

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Identify a specific educational need
Design an intervention that addresses the need
Implement the intervention and collect data
Evaluate the effectiveness of the intervention

Design a community-based project for improving rural education

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Apply your knowledge and skills to a practical project that addresses a specific issue or need in rural education, engaging with the community for support and implementation.

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Identify an issue or need in rural education within your community.
Develop a project proposal outlining your goals, strategies, and expected outcomes.
Secure funding and resources for your project.

Career center

Learners who complete Educación en Contextos Rurales: Perspectivas en América Latina will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Education Researcher

An Education Researcher is responsible for conducting research on education-related topics. This course may be useful to someone in this career as it can help build a foundation for understanding the challenges and opportunities in rural education and how to conduct research that can inform policy and practice.

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Education Administrator

An Education Administrator is responsible for overseeing the operation of a school or other educational institution. This course may be useful to someone in this career as it can help build a foundation for understanding the challenges and opportunities in rural education and how to create and sustain a positive learning environment for students.

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Teacher Educator

A Teacher Educator is responsible for preparing and supporting teachers. This course may be useful to someone in this career as it can help build a foundation for understanding the theoretical and practical aspects of teaching in rural settings and how to effectively prepare teachers for work in these environments.

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Instructional Coach

An Instructional Coach is responsible for providing support and guidance to teachers in order to improve student learning. This course may be useful to someone in this career as it can help build a foundation for understanding the unique needs of learners in rural schools and the strategies and interventions that can meet those needs.

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School Counselor

A School Counselor is responsible for providing support and guidance to students in order to help them succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. This course may be useful to someone in this career as it can help build a foundation for understanding the unique needs of students in rural schools and the strategies and interventions that can meet those needs.

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Educational Consultant

An Educational Consultant is responsible for providing advice and guidance to schools and other educational organizations. This course may be useful to someone in this career as it can help build a foundation for understanding current best practices and trends in rural education and how to address the specific challenges of rural schools with stakeholders.

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Education Policy Analyst

An Education Policy Analyst is responsible for researching, analyzing, and providing recommendations on education policy. This course may be useful to someone in this career as it can help build a foundation for understanding the role that education policy plays in rural development and how to advocate for policies that support students in rural schools.

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Education Policy Advisor

An Education Policy Advisor is responsible for providing advice and guidance to policymakers on education-related issues. This course may be useful to someone in this career as it can help build a foundation for understanding the challenges and opportunities in rural education and the role policy plays in improving education outcomes.

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Education Advocate

An Education Advocate is responsible for advocating for policies and programs that support students and improve education outcomes. This course may be useful to someone in this career as it can help build a foundation for understanding the challenges and opportunities in rural education and how to advocate for policies that support students in rural schools.

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Dean of Students

A Dean of Students is responsible for the welfare and academic success of students. This course may be useful to someone in this career as it can help build a foundation for understanding the challenges and opportunities in rural education and how to support students in their academic and personal growth.

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Curriculum Developer

A Curriculum Developer is responsible for designing, developing, evaluating, and implementing educational programs. This course may be useful to someone in this career as it can help build a foundation for understanding the complexities of educating in rural settings and the importance of curriculum development and innovation.

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Literacy Specialist

A Literacy Specialist is responsible for providing support and services to students who are struggling with reading or writing. This course may be useful to someone in this career as it can help build a foundation for understanding the challenges and successes of rural schools and how to better support students in reading and writing.

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Nonprofit Program Manager

A Nonprofit Program Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating programs and services. This course may be useful to someone in this career as it can help build a foundation for understanding the role of education in rural development and how to manage programs that aim to improve education outcomes for rural students.

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Rural Development Specialist

A Rural Development Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing programs to improve the economic and social conditions of rural communities. This course may be useful to someone in this career as it can help build a foundation for understanding the important role education can play in rural development and how to effectively collaborate with schools to produce positive results.

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School Principal

A School Principal is responsible for the supervision, direction, and evaluation of all educational activities within a school. This course may be useful to someone in this career as it can help build a foundation for understanding the challenges and opportunities in rural education and the roles that curricula and policies play in improving educational outcomes.

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