CURRICULAR INTEGRATION OF DISASTER RESILIENCE EDUCATION IN THE TRAINING OF UNIVERSITY TEACHERS: A COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH

Abstract

This text focuses on the importance of integrating disaster resilience education in the training of university teachers. It begins by highlighting the current context, marked by the increasing frequency and intensity of natural and anthropogenic disasters, and the imperative need to prepare future generations to face and recover from such events. The curricular integration of disaster resilience education in teacher training programs is presented as a crucial step towards building more prepared societies. The benefits, challenges and best practices associated with this integration are explored, presenting a comprehensive approach that encompasses theoretical and practical aspects. The text is structured in three main sections: current context and importance of resilience education, strategies for effective integration into teacher training programs, and recommendations for future research and practice. The need for a multidisciplinary, participatory and community-based approach is highlighted. Then, a mixed method is proposed to investigate curricular integration, combining quantitative and qualitative methods, such as literature review, surveys, and semi-structured interviews. Emphasis is placed on the importance of evaluating student learning and impact on the community. The article also addresses key principles of disaster resilience education, challenges in curricular integration, strategies for successful integration, and examples of universities already implementing this education. The crucial role of teachers in promoting disaster resilience is highlighted and a future is envisioned where this integration can prepare future educators to meet the challenges of the ever-changing world.