Principios del Constructivismo Social

Abstract

Abstract: The main objective of this paper, entitled Principles of Social Constructivism in an Educational Institution in Quito, was to explain the contribution of Social Constructivism to student learning and its relationship with teaching practice, evaluating its integration into the Institutional Pedagogical Proposal. The research was conducted using a qualitative approach, distinguished by its flexibility and openness in collecting data theoretically and practically, using a recording matrix and descriptive observation in a specific educational institution. The methodology employed was non-experimental and descriptive. The analysis determined that the observed Institutional Pedagogical Proposal complies with the fundamental elements of Social Constructivism, promoting meaningful and contextualized learning. It is concluded that Social Constructivism is the foundation of the pedagogical proposal, consolidating an educational model focused on the holistic development of students. Thus, this approach fosters a reflective teaching practice aimed at strengthening active participation and cooperation in the classroom, reaffirming its importance as a foundation for effective learning and the construction of collective knowledge.