ANÁLISIS DE LAS DEFICIENCIAS Y DESAFÍOS EN LA IMPLEMENTACIÓN DEL CURRICULO EDUCATIVO Y SU INCIDENCIA EN EL DESARROLLO INTEGRAL INFANTIL, EN DOCENTES DE EDUCACIÓN INICIAL DEL CIRCUITO 12D03 C02_05 DE QUEVEDO

Abstract

This study analyzes how deficiencies and challenges in the implementation of the Early Childhood Education curriculum affect children's comprehensive development, from the perspective of teachers in the 12D03 C02_05 circuit in Quevedo. Using a qualitative, descriptive, and nonexperimental approach, questionnaires and interviews were administered to explore experiences, teaching practices, and institutional conditions. Among the main findings, it was evident that 62% of teachers apply the curriculum partially, 74% lack sufficient resources, and only 38% consider the training they have received to be relevant. In addition, weak contextualization of the curriculum and limited institutional support were identified. It is concluded that these deficiencies limit educational quality and negatively affect child development. The study proposes strengthening teacher training, ensuring adequate resources, and promoting a more contextualized and reflective implementation of the curriculum.