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Social Appropriation of Knowledge in the Context of the Rural Scientific
Vocation in the Department of Cauca, Colombia
ABSTRACT
This study investigates the influence of social appropriation of knowledge in the field of scientific
vocation of students in the Department of Cauca, Colombia, focusing specifically on the rural context
of the municipalities of Buenos Aires, Silvia, Rosas, and Morales - Cauca. Through a qualitative
methodological design, where focus groups, body mapping and semi-structured interviews were
developed, developed through an active dialogue with the community. semi-structured interviews, the
perceptions, opinions, and behaviors of students from rural areas regarding access, use and
dissemination of scientific knowledge in their community are examined. The findings reveal the
predominant influences of students towards science in rural environments, as well as the factors that
influence their willingness to participate in Social Appropriation of Knowledge. The results of this study
have important implications for the development of educational strategies and policies that promote
greater inclusion and participation in science in rural areas. In addition to the identification of key
factors for strengthening the scientific vocation in this type of population. This study analyzes the
impact of social appropriation of knowledge on the development of scientific vocation among students
in the Department of Cauca, Colombia. "The study focuses specifically on the rural context of the
municipalities of Buenos Aires, Silvia, Rosas and Morales, in the Department of Cauca. Through a
qualitative methodological design, techniques such as focus groups, body mapping and semi-structured
interviews were implemented, developed within the framework of an active and participatory dialogue
with the community. The study examines the perceptions, attitudes and behaviors of students from rural
areas regarding access, use and dissemination of scientific knowledge in their communities. The
findings highlight the main influences that shape students' interest in science in rural contexts, as well
as the determining factors that condition their willingness to participate in Social Appropriation of
Knowledge processes. These results have implications for the design of educational strategies and the
formulation of public policies aimed at promoting greater inclusion and participation in science within
rural communities. Likewise, key elements are identified for strengthening the scientific vocation in
this population, contributing to closing gaps in access to scientific knowledge and social development
in these territories.
Keywords: social appropriation of knowledge, scientific vocation, rural, cauca, Colombia
Artículo recibido 02 noviembre 2024
Aceptado para publicación: 10 diciembre 2024