Systematization of Experience: emotions, actions and knowledge of learning-service performed by students of the Pedagogical University Experimental Libertador

Abstract

This research experience was intended to systematize the practice of community service of fifteen students of the Pedagogical University Experimental Libertador de Barquisimeto (UPEL-IPB) Venezuela, in light of the emotions, actions and knowledge of these social actors. The qualitative paradigm is assumed using the phenomenological method supported by the systematization of experiences. Four steps were considered for its development: systematic plan design, fieldwork and reconstruction of experience, analysis and critical interpretation of process and results. The scenario focused on the program Overcoming Environment Barriers of the Tamaca community, in the Crespo Municipality of Lara State, Venezuela. The research techniques used were: observation, written primary sources, in-depth interviews, triangulation, and coding and categorization of information. The results of the inquiry allowed to reveal the emotions of the students before the action, to describe the experiences during the actions and to interpret the knowledge acquired after the actions. It is concluded that community service generated a profound change and personal growth in the early practitioners. They highly appreciated the activities they had participated, were aware of the ethical commitment that meant the practice and the need to act within the community in a real and significant way.

Keywords

• sistematización de experiencias
• atención no convencional
• educación especial
• estudiantes
• servicio comunitario
• emociones
• acciones
• saberes