Analysis of quality of life perspectives in the educational context: a theoretical reflection
Juan José Mendoza Rodríguez- Jesús Alberto García García
Published 2025-07-04
Keywords
- Quality of life,
- Education,
- Capability Approach
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Abstract
humano, permitiendo a los individuos realizar sus potencialidades y aspiraciones a través de la libertad y justicia social.
PALABRAS CLAVE: Calidad de vida, Educación, Enfoque de las Capacidades.
ABSTRACT
Addressing the phenomenon of quality of life within the educational context is essential to ensuring the holistic well-being of students, improving academic outcomes, promoting inclusion and equity, preparing students for adulthood, and fulfilling the social responsibility of educational institutions. It is a critical dimension that must be considered and prioritized at all levels of the educational system. Amartya Sen and Martha Nussbaum (1993) are theoretical references for the study of quality of life due to their innovative and comprehensive approaches that go beyond traditional measures of economic well-being. Both theoretical frameworks lead to a more complete and individual-focused assessment by considering autonomous decision-making, the actual opportunities provided by the environment, and individuals' capacity to lead lives they value and desire. As society seeks to enhance the well-being of its members, it is crucial to recognize the importance of this theoretical proposition and its application in various social settings, particularly within the educational context. From Nussbaum and Sen's sociocritical perspective, quality of life in education should be seen to human flourishing, enabling individuals to realize their potentials and aspirations through freedom and social justice.
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