Being a teacher in public schools in Honduras. A biographical-narrative study

Authors

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5212/PraxEduc.v.20.23713.005

Abstract

In this article, seven teachers describe the meanings of their work as teachers in public schools in the Honduran educational system. The paper presents qualitative research carried out using the biographical-narrative method. The instruments used to collect information were semi-structured interviews and life stories. The results show that the teaching vocation arises from the desire to contribute to the country's development. On the other hand, the teachers explain the difficulties faced while carrying out the educational practice to the lack of governmental support, which deteriorates the teaching system. In addition, it becomes necessary a constant preparation to provide higher-quality education. The discussion agrees with other international studies and concludes that the State must commit itself by providing tangible support to promote teacher training based on social justice.

Keywords: Teachers. Education. Honduras. Social justice. Narratives. Teaching practice.

Author Biographies

  • Víctor Manuel Zelaya Portillo, National Autonomous University of Honduras

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Honduras. Licenciado en Pedagogía y Ciencias de la Educación.

  • César Xavier Girón Aguilera, National Autonomous University of Honduras

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Honduras. Licenciado en Pedagogía y Ciencias de la Educación.

  • Karen Gajardo-Asbún, University of Talca

    Universidad de Talca. Dra. en Educación por la Universidad Católica del Maule.

  • Ilich Silva-Peña, Universidad de Los Lagos/IESED Chile

    Universidad de Los Lagos/IESED Chile. Dr. en Educación por la Pontifica Universidad Católica de Chile.

  • Eddy Paz-Maldonado, National Autonomous University of Honduras

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Honduras. Doctorando en Educación en la Universidad de Salamanca, España.

Published

2025-01-22

How to Cite

Being a teacher in public schools in Honduras. A biographical-narrative study. Práxis Educativa, [S. l.], v. 20, p. 1–17, 2025. DOI: 10.5212/PraxEduc.v.20.23713.005. Disponível em: https://revistas.uepg.br/index.php/praxiseducativa/article/view/23713. Acesso em: 30 apr. 2026.