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The service-learning strategy "MicroMundo" helps to stimulate the practical training of future secondary education teachers

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The “MicroMundo” project is an innovative educational initiative designed to address the issue of antibiotic resistance through a collaborative and service-learning approach focused on detection of antibiotic-producing bacteria. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, MicroMundo was adapted by integrating university students enrolled in the “Master’s in Teacher Training for Secondary Education” (SWITAs) which mentored high school students (SWISs) through the laboratory research experience. Evaluation of the project through surveys highlighted strong satisfaction among participants, with 100% of university students valuing the teaching experience and 80% reporting gains in essential skills such as planning and communication. Pre-university students also highly valued this experience, reporting an increase in motivation despite the challenging circumstances, and noting that it sparked their interest in the field of science. This hands-on approach reinforces the need for practical, research-based experiences and emphasizes the importance of raising awareness about critical health challenges, particularly in contexts beyond the scientific field.

Source: South Florida Journal of Development

DOI: 10.46932/sfjdv5n12-031

Authors: Alberto Pintor-Cora, Carolina Blanco Fontao, Daniela Cristina Solo de Zaldivar Ribeiro, Ángel Alegría, Jesús Ángel Santos, Jose María Rodríguez-Calleja

Institution: Universidad de León

Language: English

Topic: Service-Learning and Community Engagement

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: Universidad de León