El desarrollo socioemocional y la educación inclusiva en niños de 4 a 5 años de edad

Abstract

Abstract: This research aimed to explain the social and emotional development and investigate the inclusive education of children from 4 to 5 years of age. It was based on theories related to children's social and emotional development, as well as those that address inclusive education. To carry out the study, analytical, synthetic and statistical methods were used. The data were collected through a field research design, using semi-structured interviews with parents of children aged 4 to 5 years and with a teacher from the educational institution. Milestones of children's social development were identified through direct observation. The child sample consisted of 5 children from 3 to 5 years of age enrolled in the Rumipamba Educational Unit located in the Ibarra canton. The results obtained reflect good progress in the socio-emotional development of children, as well as the parents' attention to this process. Additionally, it was observed that the teacher has a solid understanding of inclusive education and the rights of all children to receive education.