Creencias y prácticas pedagógicas frente al problema de las drogas en Guayaquil

Abstract

The drug problem has become a recurring theme in schools in Ecuador. Must be addressed within a multidisciplinary understanding of the principles of social and individual order as well as the constraints of a legal nature that require priority attention by the national authorities. This study seeks to analyze both teaching practices and beliefs of teachers in two public schools in Guayaquil. Through a quantitative methodological approach, this research describes and correlates variables concerning the drug problem and emphasizing the role of teachers and their inclusive practices. The findings of this research not only allow to have more information than is currently available for a better understanding of the purpose of study, but recommendations for future research guidelines and the improvement of policy-making. It highlights the lack of commitment that teachers have with their students associated to the drug problems. This reflects in part the legal design that regulates the possible situations in school around the fight, prevention and dissemination of strategies against drugs, but also the lack of knowledge and/or interest in promoting diversity and respect in the educational activities.