Management of Hospital Classrooms in the Northern Zone of Chile

 

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Authors: Rojas-González, Nielka, Molina-Martínez, Rolando, Pizarro-Guzmán, Osvaldo, Valdivia-Fajardo, Marcelo
Format: artículo
Status:Versión publicada
Publication Date:2025
Description:Purpose. This study examines the management processes of hospital classrooms operated by an educational corporation in Chile, which oversees nine institutions. These classrooms provide educational services to children and young people who are ill, hospitalized, or undergoing medical treatment at home. Methodology. The qualitative research uses phenomenological design, collecting testimonies from five professionals with experience in hospital classrooms. Discussion. The analysis focuses on the operation of hospital classrooms, where completing the required curriculum is a key goal. Key components of effective management include consistent teaching practices, a clear organizational structure, and well-defined staff roles. Conclusions. Hospital classrooms are characterized by flexibility and the implementation of diverse learning methodologies. Their organization is guided by constructivist principles, supported by clear leadership and structured guidelines. Education in hospital settings is essential to ensuring the academic continuity of student-patients.
Country:Portal de Revistas UNA
Institution:Universidad Nacional de Costa Rica
Repositorio:Portal de Revistas UNA
Language:Español
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Portugués
OAI Identifier:oai:ojs.www.una.ac.cr:article/18632
Online Access:https://www.revistas.una.ac.cr/index.php/EDUCARE/article/view/18632
Keyword:Aula hospitalaria
metodologías de aprendizaje
profesor hospitalario
liderazgo escolar
ODS 4
educación de calidad
acceso a la educación
Hospital Classrooms
hospital professor
learning methodologies
school leadership
SDG 4
quality education
access to education
Classe de hospitalidade
professor hospitalar
metodologias de aprendizagem
liderança escolar
Educação de qualidade
acesso à educação