Migrations and Interculturality: Design of a Strategy in the Degree of Early Childhood Education From Social Geography

Abstract

In recent years, the Canary Islands have experienced a notable increase in the number of students from diverse international backgrounds entering school classrooms, fostering the emergence of a distinctly multicultural society. Addressing the educational needs arising from this demographic shift is crucial at the early childhood education level, where the foundation for mutual understanding in a multicultural context is established. In this regard, it is vital to underscore the role of Social Sciences education in cultivating democratic citizenship, with the overarching goal of equipping society to make collective, inclusive, and informed decisions that shape its actions. Achieving this requires educators proficient in these competencies, emphasizing the urgent need for strategies that support their professional development. This study aligns with that goal, advocating for cooperative learning, social integration, and solidarity.