La Lengua y Literatura para el fomento de competencias socioemocionales mediante la investigación acción

This study explores the application of the contents of the area of Language and Literature for the promotion of socio-emotional competencies through action research, in students of the second year of high school of an Educational Unit in the city of Riobamba, Ecuador. The study followed the procedures of the qualitative approach through the action research method, the techniques used were testimonies, observations and spaces for dialogue that allowed understanding the reality of the classroom and responding in a contextualized way to the identified needs. Initial findings were related to limitations in emotion expression, self-regulation, and peer interaction. In view of these needs, an action plan was designed together with the students with activities such as writing personal diaries, reading circles and group dynamics, which gave students the possibility of making reflections, comparing their experiences and strengthening empathy and collaboration. The experience confirmed that when the classroom becomes a safe space to express oneself, learning acquires a deeper and more meaningful meaning. In this context, action research is consolidated as a methodological procedure to identify needs and improve socio-emotional competencies using Language and Literature as a medium, thus helping to prepare young people to face the emotional challenges of a constantly changing world.