Technical high school linkage plan with agribusiness to strengthen the professional figure of agricultural production

Abstract

Introduction: This research paper analyzes the use of educational agro-industrial infrastructure as didactic means for the teaching-learning process in Technical High School and proposes alternatives for linking these productive spaces with the agricultural area. The "Primero de Mayo" High School in the province of Zamora Chinchipe, Yantzaza canton, has been considered a reference for this study. Objective: To develop a plan that allows linking the agro-industrial infrastructure of educational institutions with the Professional Profile in Agricultural Production. Methodology: A non-experimental type of research was used; additionally, surveys were employed as a data collection technique through a mixed questionnaire applied to teachers, students, and institutional directors. Results: Among the results are the indirect link between the dairy and meat processing plants and the Professional Profile in Agricultural Production, as well as the need to link practical activities to a training module. Additionally, it is considered essential to conduct Work-Based Training in the agro-industrial spaces of the institution. Conclusions: Institutional resources, such as dairy and meat processing plants, should be utilized to enhance technical high school and improve students' practical skills. General area of study: Education. Specific area of study: Technical High School. Type of study: Original articles.