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

  1. Pintor-Cora, Alberto 1
  2. Fontao, Carolina Blanco 1
  3. Ribeiro, Daniela Cristina Solo de Zaldivar 1
  4. Alegría, Ángel 1
  5. Santos, Jesús Ángel 1
  6. Rodríguez-Calleja, Jose María 1
  1. 1 Universidad de León
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    Universidad de León

    León, España

    ROR https://ror.org/02tzt0b78

Journal:
South Florida Journal of Development

ISSN: 2675-5459

Year of publication: 2024

Volume: 5

Issue: 12

Pages: e4782

Type: Article

DOI: 10.46932/SFJDV5N12-031 GOOGLE SCHOLAR lock_openOpen access editor

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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.

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