Fortalecimiento de las competencias emocionales en los estudiantes del grado décimo de la Institución Educativa Colegio San José de Cúcuta

Abstract

In this present thesis, the general objective was to strengthen the emotional competencies of the tenth-grade students of the Educational Institution Colegio San José de Cúcuta so that it is considered in the planning of the classroom plan of the tenth-grade teachers through the implementation of a booklet, with the intention that this resource be considered in the planning of teachers for the tenth grade. To achieve this objective, a methodology based on the sociocritical paradigm was adopted, which is oriented towards the transformation of the educational reality. A qualitative approach supported by an action research method was implemented, which was developed in six distinct phases: diagnosis and exploration, instrument design, validation of the instruments, applicability, analysis of the implemented instruments, and finally, the proposition phase and model of change in the identified population. The work involved 12 teachers, 40 students, and 4 administrators. The results obtained from this research revealed a series of significant findings. Firstly, the need identified by teachers to recognize and develop key aspects of emotional competencies in the classroom was highlighted, such as recognizing emotions, self-control, personal motivation, empathy, and relationship management. On the other hand, students pointed out the need for more support and a deeper focus on the development of emotional competencies within the learning environment. In conclusion, this study underscores the crucial importance of strengthening students' emotional competencies. Through the construction of a pedagogical tool designed to support teachers in their efforts to work with students in the classroom, the aim is to address the identified needs of both educators and students.