Competencias profesionales en la Educación Inicial y su vínculo con la vocación y la formación ética

Abstract

Abstract: This research allows us to visualize the relationship between the professional competencies of Early Childhood Education teachers, pedagogical vocation, and ethical training, taking into account the guidelines of Ecuador's prioritized curriculum. The study reveals the need to strengthen teacher performance through innovative practices that can respond to current educational needs and the holistic development of children. Several approaches were used for this thesis, including a mixed-methods approach with descriptive and correlational scope. Analytical, hermeneutic, and statistical methods were also employed for the collection and interpretación of results Once the data was obtained, it became evident that vocation, values, and professional competencies significantly influence educational practice, the educational experience, and the creation of dynamic and meaningful learning environments. Additionally, the "Interactive Magic Apron" was proposed, which serves to strengthen communication, digital, socio-emotional, and logical-mathematical skills through dynamic and innovative methodologies for the Early Childhood Education classroom.