Characterization of pedagogical models in basic Social Studies education

Over the years, pedagogical models have guided the teaching process in the area of Social Studies, through dynamic environments to transmit scientific knowledge effectively. The main objective of the present study was to characterize the use of pedagogical models in the basic teaching of Social Studies. The methodology employed was of mixed approach, combining quantitative and qualitative methods in data collection. The population selected for the study included 50 teachers from four types of educational institutions. Survey and interview techniques were used, in this sense, quantitative data were analyzed through the application of descriptive statistics and for the interview data, qualitative coding was used. The results revealed deficiencies in the application of a standardized pedagogical model adapted to the current generation of students. The teachers expressed their interest in acquiring new teaching methods to improve the learning of their subject, however, they considered that the humanistic model needs to be worked on with the students. To conclude, the detailed characterization of the importance, characteristics and timely application of the pedagogical models was fundamental for the strengthening of knowledge in teachers and students.