Colombianitud

Jaime Alberto Leal Afanador, Universidad Nacional Abierta y a Distancia

Sinopsis

Thank you very much for your interest in this writing and, hopefully, for trusting that the ideas presented here may contribute to reflection and action.
In order to best express the “pride of being Colombian” and what that means and commits us, as Colombians, to the exercise of our idiosyncrasy and aspirations as natives of this country, I have taken the liberty of coining the term “Colombianitud” (Colombian identity or the essence of being Colombian), which does not appear in the Royal Spanish Academy’s Dictionary nor in the Diccionario de Colombianismos, but which I believe best expresses the integration of the character, strength, expectations, virtues, and even weaknesses of those born in this land.

I have written this essay because, for the past three decades, I have been aware that we are facing a crucial moment in human history, where, rather than focusing solely on obstacles and threats, it is imperative to see opportunities to guarantee and build an assertive future. This will only be possible through an education accessible to all—education of quality and relevance— that fosters critical thinking, context, and character, allowing current and future generations to build their future based on their needs and expectations, free from prejudice, impositions, or external paradigms.

Palabras clave: Peace, collaborative work, productive smart work, history and politics

Capítulos

  • Why Write about Colombianitud?
  • Why Are We the Way We Are?
  • The Diversity of Being Colombian
  • The Warlike and Not Always Visionary or Supportive Legacy of Our Rulers
  • Ignorance
    A Key Ingredient of an Explosive Cocktail
  • Rootless Education, Designed to Be Dependent and Begging
  • A New Opportunity for Cutting-Edge Hybrid Education
    UNAD and Virtual Education
  • Autonomy and Trust
    Key Drivers for Continuous Improvement in Colombian Education
  • Colombia's Role in Globalization and Vice Versa
  • The Passion for Well-Being and Vivir Sabroso
  • The Collective Transition toward the Common Good
  • Final Thoughts while Enjoying a Delicious Colombian coffee
Colombianitud

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ISBN-13 (15)

978-958-651-968-7

Próximamente

21 November 2024