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LBV`s pedagogical proposal

By the Editorial Staff

Thursday | October 10, 2013 | 3:55 PM | Last update: September 22, 2016, 4:07 PM (Brasilia time)

The educator Paiva Netto named his pedagogic proposal under two nomenclatures directed at distinct age groups. The importance of employing two terminologies is justified by the building of intellectual knowledge bonded to values and feelings according to peculiar needs, aspirations and possibilities with special care towards each age group.

PEDAGOGY OF AFFECTION

Pedagogy of Affection will be referenced to when we speak of the activities conducted with children until the age of 10, considering the shocking impact of current reality in which aggressiveness (in the form of body/sexual and emotional violence) has taken its high toll of victims. It is appropriate to emphasize that feelings must accompany the intellectual development of the little ones so that care and affection are not restricted only to the good treatment received within their families, but rather permeate all the environments of their lives, including the school environment where children of this age group are so vulnerable in their infant universe.

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SÃO PAULO/BRAZIL — In a safe and well-cared for environment, the Organization educates and instills values of citizenship, thus raising the self-esteem of those assisted. In each of its units, contributors and volunteers receive professional training so they can better assist the people in need.
SÃO PAULO/BRAZIL — In a safe and well-cared for environment, the Organization educates and instills values of citizenship, thus raising the self-esteem of those assisted. In each of its units, contributors and volunteers receive professional training so they can better assist the people in need.(Foto: Vivian R. Ferreira)
LA PAZ/BOLIVIA — LBV — Children: The Future in the Present! Boys and girls between the ages of 6 and 12, who are looked after in the Community Centers for Social Assistance during their off-school hours, take part in the program. The initiative contributes towards child protagonism, because it takes into consideration the life stories and singular nature of children, by means of activities that awaken their talents and broaden their skills, enable the experience of values, and strengthen the bonds between family members.
LA PAZ/BOLIVIA — LBV — Children: The Future in the Present! Boys and girls between the ages of 6 and 12, who are looked after in the Community Centers for Social Assistance during their off-school hours, take part in the program. The initiative contributes towards child protagonism, because it takes into consideration the life stories and singular nature of children, by means of activities that awaken their talents and broaden their skills, enable the experience of values, and strengthen the bonds between family members.(Foto: Leilla Tonin)
SÃO PAULO/BRAZIL — The educational unit of the Legion of Good Will contributes to the cultural education of the learners by encouraging them to develop reading habits. This support is given from early childhood, when they are still in preschool.
SÃO PAULO/BRAZIL — The educational unit of the Legion of Good Will contributes to the cultural education of the learners by encouraging them to develop reading habits. This support is given from early childhood, when they are still in preschool.(Foto: Vivian R. Ferreira)
LA PAZ/BOLIVIA — Before the meals, the children assisted by the LBV pray in a gesture of gratitude and to strengthen the Spirit.
LA PAZ/BOLIVIA — Before the meals, the children assisted by the LBV pray in a gesture of gratitude and to strengthen the Spirit.(Foto: Leilla Tonin)
SÃO PAULO/BRAZIL – The recreational spaces, such as the school’s Toy Library, are equipped with pedagogical games, which allow students to develop motor, intellectual, and emotional skills, such as concentration, autonomy, and socialization.
SÃO PAULO/BRAZIL – The recreational spaces, such as the school’s Toy Library, are equipped with pedagogical games, which allow students to develop motor, intellectual, and emotional skills, such as concentration, autonomy, and socialization. (Foto: Vivian R. Ferreira)
BUENOS AIRES/ARGENTINA — LBV - Children: The Future in the Present! Boys and girls between the ages of 6 and 12, who are looked after in the Community Centers for Social Assistance during their off-school hours, take part in the program. The initiative contributes towards child protagonism, because it takes into consideration the life stories and singular nature of children, by means of activities that awaken their talents and broaden their skills, enable the experience of values, and strengthen the bonds between family members.
BUENOS AIRES/ARGENTINA — LBV - Children: The Future in the Present! Boys and girls between the ages of 6 and 12, who are looked after in the Community Centers for Social Assistance during their off-school hours, take part in the program. The initiative contributes towards child protagonism, because it takes into consideration the life stories and singular nature of children, by means of activities that awaken their talents and broaden their skills, enable the experience of values, and strengthen the bonds between family members.
BELÉM/BRAZIL — In a safe and well-cared for environment, the Organization educates and instills values of citizenship, thus raising the self-esteem of those assisted. In each of its units, contributors and volunteers receive professional training so they can better assist the people in need.
BELÉM/BRAZIL — In a safe and well-cared for environment, the Organization educates and instills values of citizenship, thus raising the self-esteem of those assisted. In each of its units, contributors and volunteers receive professional training so they can better assist the people in need.(Foto: Vivian R. Ferreira)
LA PAZ/BOLIVIA — In a safe and well-cared for environment, the Organization educates and instills values of citizenship, thus raising the self-esteem of those assisted. In each of its units, contributors and volunteers receive professional training so they can better assist the people in need.
LA PAZ/BOLIVIA — In a safe and well-cared for environment, the Organization educates and instills values of citizenship, thus raising the self-esteem of those assisted. In each of its units, contributors and volunteers receive professional training so they can better assist the people in need.
ASUNCION/PARAGUAY — The LBV’s schools are committed to educating with Ecumenical Spirituality, forming “Brain and Heart”, as defines the Organization’s President, José de Paiva Netto.
ASUNCION/PARAGUAY — The LBV’s schools are committed to educating with Ecumenical Spirituality, forming “Brain and Heart”, as defines the Organization’s President, José de Paiva Netto.
TAGUATINGA/BRAZIL — The menu, made by specialized professionals, is adequate to each age group, aiming the complete development of the little ones. In the LBV, the children learn from a very young age about the importance of not wasting food. The topic is also developed in the activity classes in a playful and didactic language.
TAGUATINGA/BRAZIL — The menu, made by specialized professionals, is adequate to each age group, aiming the complete development of the little ones. In the LBV, the children learn from a very young age about the importance of not wasting food. The topic is also developed in the activity classes in a playful and didactic language.(Foto: Vivian R. Ferreira)
JUIZ DE FORA/BRAZIL —The LBV’s schools deal with sustainability in a special way. In educational activities and projects, children learn from an early age about the importance of conserving Nature, life, and the equilibrium that exists in our relationship with the environment.
JUIZ DE FORA/BRAZIL —The LBV’s schools deal with sustainability in a special way. In educational activities and projects, children learn from an early age about the importance of conserving Nature, life, and the equilibrium that exists in our relationship with the environment.(Foto: Fabiana Ambrosio)
MANAUS/BRAZIL — The LBV proposes the adoption of a teaching platform not restricted to curricular content, but one also capable of fostering a renewed awareness of planetary citizenship with an effect on other spheres of society.
MANAUS/BRAZIL — The LBV proposes the adoption of a teaching platform not restricted to curricular content, but one also capable of fostering a renewed awareness of planetary citizenship with an effect on other spheres of society.(Foto: Vivian R. Ferreira)
CURITIBA/BRAZIL — The recreational spaces, such as the school’s Toy Library, are equipped with pedagogical games, which allow students to develop motor, intellectual, and emotional skills, such as concentration, autonomy, and socialization.
CURITIBA/BRAZIL — The recreational spaces, such as the school’s Toy Library, are equipped with pedagogical games, which allow students to develop motor, intellectual, and emotional skills, such as concentration, autonomy, and socialization. (Foto: Vivian R. Ferreira)
SALVADOR/BRAZIL — The children assisted by the LBV rejoice in participating in the parade in commemoration of the Brazilian Independence Day. Traditionally, the Legion of Good Will displays in the front of the parade a Majestic Picture of Jesus, the Ecumenical Christ, the Divine Statesman.
SALVADOR/BRAZIL — The children assisted by the LBV rejoice in participating in the parade in commemoration of the Brazilian Independence Day. Traditionally, the Legion of Good Will displays in the front of the parade a Majestic Picture of Jesus, the Ecumenical Christ, the Divine Statesman.
BELÉM/BRAZIL — The LBV proposes the adoption of a teaching platform not restricted to curricular content, but one also capable of fostering a renewed awareness of planetary citizenship with an effect on other spheres of society.
BELÉM/BRAZIL — The LBV proposes the adoption of a teaching platform not restricted to curricular content, but one also capable of fostering a renewed awareness of planetary citizenship with an effect on other spheres of society.(Foto: Vivian R. Ferreira)
PORTO/PORTUGAL — The LBV’s Happy Smile Program teaches healthy oral habits in schools, institutions, day care centers, and homes in the city of Porto, Coimbra, and Lisbon (Portugal).
PORTO/PORTUGAL — The LBV’s Happy Smile Program teaches healthy oral habits in schools, institutions, day care centers, and homes in the city of Porto, Coimbra, and Lisbon (Portugal).
SALVADOR/BRAZIL — In the LBV schools, the music classes are part of the academic curriculum. The junior musicians are divided in the study of the transverse flute, violin, violoncello, viola, and clarinet.
SALVADOR/BRAZIL — In the LBV schools, the music classes are part of the academic curriculum. The junior musicians are divided in the study of the transverse flute, violin, violoncello, viola, and clarinet. (Foto: Tatiane Oliveira)
CURITIBA/BRAZIL — The LBV’s schools are committed to educating with Ecumenical Spirituality, forming “Brain and Heart”, as defines the Organization’s President, José de Paiva Netto.
CURITIBA/BRAZIL — The LBV’s schools are committed to educating with Ecumenical Spirituality, forming “Brain and Heart”, as defines the Organization’s President, José de Paiva Netto.(Foto: Vivian R. Ferreira)
JOÃO PESSOA/BRAZIL — The LBV’s schools deal with sustainability in a special way. In educational activities and projects, children learn from an early age about the importance of conserving Nature, life, and the equilibrium that exists in our relationship with the environment.
JOÃO PESSOA/BRAZIL — The LBV’s schools deal with sustainability in a special way. In educational activities and projects, children learn from an early age about the importance of conserving Nature, life, and the equilibrium that exists in our relationship with the environment.(Foto: Jean Carlos)
GOIÂNIA/BRAZIL — The educational unit of the Legion of Good Will contributes to the cultural education of the learners by encouraging them to develop reading habits. This support is given from early childhood, when they are still in preschool.
GOIÂNIA/BRAZIL — The educational unit of the Legion of Good Will contributes to the cultural education of the learners by encouraging them to develop reading habits. This support is given from early childhood, when they are still in preschool.(Foto: Egeziel Carlos)
MANAUS/BRAZIL — The LBV believes in the future of millions of children and because of that it develops activities full of ludic, cultural, artistic, and sportive experience, such as forms of expression, interaction, learning, companionship, and social protection.
MANAUS/BRAZIL — The LBV believes in the future of millions of children and because of that it develops activities full of ludic, cultural, artistic, and sportive experience, such as forms of expression, interaction, learning, companionship, and social protection.(Foto: Vivian R. Ferreira)
BUENOS AIRES/ARGENTINA — LBV - Children: The Future in the Present! Boys and girls between the ages of 6 and 12, who are looked after in the Community Centers for Social Assistance during their off-school hours, take part in the program. The initiative contributes towards child protagonism, because it takes into consideration the life stories and singular nature of children, by means of activities that awaken their talents and broaden their skills, enable the experience of values, and strengthen the bonds between family members.
BUENOS AIRES/ARGENTINA — LBV - Children: The Future in the Present! Boys and girls between the ages of 6 and 12, who are looked after in the Community Centers for Social Assistance during their off-school hours, take part in the program. The initiative contributes towards child protagonism, because it takes into consideration the life stories and singular nature of children, by means of activities that awaken their talents and broaden their skills, enable the experience of values, and strengthen the bonds between family members.
COIMBRA/PORTUGAL — The LBV’s schools are committed to educating with Ecumenical Spirituality, forming “Brain and Heart”, as defines the Organization’s President, José de Paiva Netto.
COIMBRA/PORTUGAL — The LBV’s schools are committed to educating with Ecumenical Spirituality, forming “Brain and Heart”, as defines the Organization’s President, José de Paiva Netto.
COIMBRA/PORTUGAL — In a safe and well-cared for environment, the Organization educates and instills values of citizenship, thus raising the self-esteem of those assisted. In each of its units, contributors and volunteers receive professional training so they can better assist the people in need.
COIMBRA/PORTUGAL — In a safe and well-cared for environment, the Organization educates and instills values of citizenship, thus raising the self-esteem of those assisted. In each of its units, contributors and volunteers receive professional training so they can better assist the people in need.
NEW JERSEY/USA — Educating with Ecumenical Spirituality is the basis of the pedagogical proposal applied to the teaching network and socio- educational programs of the Legion of Good Will. Therefore, the Organization bases itself on the Pedagogy of Affection (directed at children up to the age of 10) and the Ecumenical Citizen Pedagogy (for children from the age of 11 and up), both created by the President of the LBV, José de Paiva Netto.
NEW JERSEY/USA — Educating with Ecumenical Spirituality is the basis of the pedagogical proposal applied to the teaching network and socio- educational programs of the Legion of Good Will. Therefore, the Organization bases itself on the Pedagogy of Affection (directed at children up to the age of 10) and the Ecumenical Citizen Pedagogy (for children from the age of 11 and up), both created by the President of the LBV, José de Paiva Netto.
COIMBRA/PORTUGAL — The LBV’s schools deal with sustainability in a special way. In educational activities and projects, children learn from an early age about the importance of conserving Nature, life, and the equilibrium that exists in our relationship with the environment.
COIMBRA/PORTUGAL — The LBV’s schools deal with sustainability in a special way. In educational activities and projects, children learn from an early age about the importance of conserving Nature, life, and the equilibrium that exists in our relationship with the environment.
MACEIÓ/BRAZIL — Teachers and children from the LBV participating in a traffic safety workshop. Among the topics addressed were the crosswalk and traffic signs. During the activity those assisted by the Organization prepared materials regarding the topics.
MACEIÓ/BRAZIL — Teachers and children from the LBV participating in a traffic safety workshop. Among the topics addressed were the crosswalk and traffic signs. During the activity those assisted by the Organization prepared materials regarding the topics.(Foto: Verônica Alexandre)
MONTEVIDEO/URUGUAY — In a safe and well-cared for environment, the Organization educates and instills values of citizenship, thus raising the self-esteem of those assisted. In each of its units, contributors and volunteers receive professional training so they can better assist the people in need.
MONTEVIDEO/URUGUAY — In a safe and well-cared for environment, the Organization educates and instills values of citizenship, thus raising the self-esteem of those assisted. In each of its units, contributors and volunteers receive professional training so they can better assist the people in need.(Foto: Archivo BV)
MANAUS/BRAZIL — The menu, made by specialized professionals, is adequate to each age group, aiming the complete development of the little ones. In the LBV, the children learn from a very young age about the importance of not wasting food. The topic is also developed in the activity classes in a playful and didactic language.
MANAUS/BRAZIL — The menu, made by specialized professionals, is adequate to each age group, aiming the complete development of the little ones. In the LBV, the children learn from a very young age about the importance of not wasting food. The topic is also developed in the activity classes in a playful and didactic language. (Foto: Vivian R. Ferreira)
BUENOS AIRES/ARGENTINA — The LBV’s schools are committed to educating with Ecumenical Spirituality, forming “Brain and Heart”, as defines the Organization’s President, José de Paiva Netto.
BUENOS AIRES/ARGENTINA — The LBV’s schools are committed to educating with Ecumenical Spirituality, forming “Brain and Heart”, as defines the Organization’s President, José de Paiva Netto.
SÃO PAULO/BRAZIL — The LBV’s schools deal with sustainability in a special way. In educational activities and projects, children learn from an early age about the importance of conserving Nature, life, and the equilibrium that exists in our relationship with the environment.
SÃO PAULO/BRAZIL — The LBV’s schools deal with sustainability in a special way. In educational activities and projects, children learn from an early age about the importance of conserving Nature, life, and the equilibrium that exists in our relationship with the environment.(Foto: Vivian R. Ferreira)
FOZ DO IGUAÇU/BRAZIL — The LBV’s schools deal with sustainability in a special way. In educational activities and projects, children learn from an early age about the importance of conserving Nature, life, and the equilibrium that exists in our relationship with the environment.
FOZ DO IGUAÇU/BRAZIL — The LBV’s schools deal with sustainability in a special way. In educational activities and projects, children learn from an early age about the importance of conserving Nature, life, and the equilibrium that exists in our relationship with the environment.(Foto: Vivian R. Ferreira)
ANANINDEUA/BRAZIL — A+ Child - Without Education There is no Future! This action is of economic benefit to parents who lack the resources to buy school supplies. At the beginning of the school year, more than 14,000 kits with school supplies are given to the children and teenagers who attend the Organization’s schools.
ANANINDEUA/BRAZIL — A+ Child - Without Education There is no Future! This action is of economic benefit to parents who lack the resources to buy school supplies. At the beginning of the school year, more than 14,000 kits with school supplies are given to the children and teenagers who attend the Organization’s schools.(Foto: Vivian R. Ferreira)
ASUNCION/PARAGUAY — Educating with Ecumenical Spirituality is the basis of the pedagogical proposal applied to the teaching network and socio- educational programs of the Legion of Good Will. Therefore, the Organization bases itself on the Pedagogy of Affection (directed at children up to the age of 10) and the Ecumenical Citizen Pedagogy (for children from the age of 11 and up), both created by the President of the LBV, José de Paiva Netto.
ASUNCION/PARAGUAY — Educating with Ecumenical Spirituality is the basis of the pedagogical proposal applied to the teaching network and socio- educational programs of the Legion of Good Will. Therefore, the Organization bases itself on the Pedagogy of Affection (directed at children up to the age of 10) and the Ecumenical Citizen Pedagogy (for children from the age of 11 and up), both created by the President of the LBV, José de Paiva Netto.
CURITIBA/BRAZIL — Educating with Ecumenical Spirituality is the basis of the pedagogical proposal applied to the teaching network and socio- educational programs of the Legion of Good Will. Therefore, the Organization bases itself on the Pedagogy of Affection (directed at children up to the age of 10) and the Ecumenical Citizen Pedagogy (for children from the age of 11 and up), both created by the President of the LBV, José de Paiva Netto.
CURITIBA/BRAZIL — Educating with Ecumenical Spirituality is the basis of the pedagogical proposal applied to the teaching network and socio- educational programs of the Legion of Good Will. Therefore, the Organization bases itself on the Pedagogy of Affection (directed at children up to the age of 10) and the Ecumenical Citizen Pedagogy (for children from the age of 11 and up), both created by the President of the LBV, José de Paiva Netto.(Foto: Vivian R. Ferreira)

Regarding the work directed at the little ones, the educator Paiva Netto states that: "(...) The affection that inspires our Pedagogy, taken at its supine meaning, aside from being a sentiment of high Spirits, is a political strategy equally understood in its most exalted nature in tune with Social Justice, as a survival strategy for the individual, peoples and nations. Human Beings—therefore the citizens themselves, among which are the hopeful youth—are much more than a bag of bones, tissue, nerves and blood. They love and suffer. They dream, desire, build, become frustrated and against all odds, forge ahead... They deserve, beyond mere laws, respect, so that these never constitute obscure privileges and may be carried out for the benefit of all.(...)”

ECUMENICAL CITIZEN PEDAGOGY 

The Ecumenical Citizen Pedagogy is applied in the education of adolescents, youngsters and adults, encompassing Basic Education and the social and educational programs conducted by the Legion of Good Will (LBV). It bets on the overall educational upbringing of students, regarding them as biopsychosocial Spirits. It is based on values born of Universal Love to prepare citizens to live the Ecumenical Citizenship in the full practice of a Solidary Society, having as its icon the immortal teachings given to us by the Ecumenical Christ, in His New Commandment: "Love one another as I have loved you”. 

Revista Boa Vontade — Desenvolvimento Sustentável
Students from the José de Paiva Netto Educational Institute, in São Paulo, carrying out experiments in the school’s science lab.

Paiva Netto conceptualizes: "(...) Therefore, our tool to build the Ecumenical Citizen (religious or not) is something which we cannot afford to do without: a Universalist spirit whose implement is Solidarity, enlightening minds and feelings. We live in a single and vast dwelling, the Earth. If we do not walk towards understanding, where shall we live then, if the madness of selfishness and greed are not removed from our path on this Planet in these new times of globalization? A worldwide society: satisfactions or maladies in the same proportion. It’s simply a matter of mathematics. (...)”

VIDEO: Feeling with the Brain and thinking with the Heart

 

 

The Legion of Good Will was always concerned about promoting quality education that "forms both Brain and Heart", as defined by educator Paiva Netto, who proposed the pedagogical method. With the Pedagogy of Affection and the Ecumenical Citizen Pedagogy, we believe that the possibilities for the development of a student begin with him/herself. Therefore, we need to see beyond the intellect.

Trasnlation: Robert Rajabally
Revision: Raquel Bertolin

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