Perceptions of curriculum in a grassroots community school in Honduras
Abstract
The purpose of this research was to determine the impact of grassroots community schools in Honduran education by providing an in-depth analysis and description of a specific community school in the region. Findings are based on interviews, observations and journals from people's experience with this school and the Ministry of Education documentation on Honduran education. The sample includes 2 school administrators one who founded the Esperanza School and the other the current principal, 2 teachers working at the school one being native Honduran and the other one a US American hire, and 5 education students who have completed a field experience requirement at Esperanza School. Through a multicultural and cross-cultural narrative inquiry methodological framework, a deeper understanding of the ideological, cultural and educational experiences of creating a community school, working in one, and the impact of having a community school are presented. The picture that emerges from this research is to guide the educational entities in finding ways to make a difference in the Honduran educational system.
Degree
Ph.D.
Advisors
Phillion, Purdue University.
Subject Area
Social work|Latin American Studies|Curriculum development
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