Educational Traditions in Latin America: A Focus on the Spanish School System
The educational traditions of Latin America largely stem from Spain. The Spanish school system is structured with a preschool phase starting at age three for three years, followed by General Basic Education (EGB) considered as primary education, which starts at age six and can extend to age 14. Students can legally exit schooling at age 16. They study core subjects including Spanish, history, and math, along with optional arts and technology. Secondary education includes Bachillerato for university preparation and Formación Profesional for vocational training, with evaluations based primarily on annual exams.
Educational Traditions in Latin America: A Focus on the Spanish School System
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Many educational traditions of Latin America have their origin in… SPAIN
Pre School Begins at age
And lasts…. years
La educación General Básica (EGB) is considered primary education. It begins at age and may continue through age
Students study… Spanish History Science Math a special (music, drama, art,technology)
Students families must pay for… Books Folders Paper Pens Uniforms
Secondary Schooling May occur in types of school
Bachillerato is a program designed to prepare students to attend Universities.
Formación Professional is a hands on program designed to train students to work in science, technology, health care or business.
There are little to no quizzes. Students are evaluated by an exam given once a year.
Most schools require Uniforms
La Universidad To enter, students must first take one more year of study and pass the Curso de Orientación Universitaria