The use and pedagogical consumption of technology in the continuous training of teachers

Abstract

Currently, technology has established itself as a fundamental pillar in education, but it requires teachers to constantly improve themselves to use its benefits in the learning process. Within this framework, a doctoral research in pedagogical sciences was developed, the objective of which was to design a professional improvement system for the pedagogical use and consumption of technological tools for teachers of the CARIBE Stores Preparation and Improvement Center. This system improves professional performance by promoting conscious pedagogical use and consumption of technologies. A preliminary diagnosis was carried out to evaluate the current application of technological tools by teachers. The methodology used was mixed, combining theoretical and empirical methods. As a result, the system was designed which favors professional performance by encouraging the integration and use of technology in teaching. The system was conceived in four stages: diagnosis, planning, implementation, and control and evaluation. Each stage has specific objectives and actions. These stages enable teachers to transform their educational role, support their professional advancement in multiple facets and generate new spaces for collaboration and exchange of knowledge.