PROMOTING QUALITY IN EDUCATION THROUGH PEDAGOGICAL AND TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATIONS IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

Abstract

This work investigates how educational quality management can be strengthened through the integration of educational technologies and active methodologies, highlighting Design Thinking, in private elementary schools. We seek to understand how these innovations can be used to promote quality in education, face the challenges inherent to these changes and identify practical solutions. The methodological approach adopted included the critical analysis of five key references that shed light on the issue, revealing both opportunities and obstacles. The results of the study show that quality in education transcends the simple acquisition of knowledge, involving the creation of a rich and dynamic learning environment that promotes the integral development of students. However, schools face significant barriers in implementing these innovations, including the need for ongoing professional development for teachers and adjustments to organizational and pedagogical structure. The conclusions emphasize the essentiality of a firm commitment to the training and professional development of educators, as well as the need for flexible pedagogical practices and school management that actively supports innovation. The study highlights the complexity of updating educational practices to improve the quality and relevance of education in schools. Finally, it offers specific guidelines for institutions that wish to not only face, but also overcome these challenges, thus promoting high-quality education that is aligned with the needs and challenges of the 21st century.