Competencias en la investigación: Un análisis en docentes universitarios

Liliana García Reyes; Danu Alberto Fabre Platas; Miguel Ángel Tuz Sierra; Gabriela Isabel Pérez Aranda

doi:10.32351/rca.v11.433

Authors

Liliana García Reyes Autonomous University of Campeche https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5404-3100
Danu Alberto Fabre Platas University of Veracruz https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6581-1803
Miguel Ángel Tuz Sierra Autonomous University of Campeche https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1584-7725
Gabriela Isabel Pérez Aranda Autonomous University of Campeche https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9918-3921

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.32351/rca.v11.433

Política de Crossmark DOI: https://doi.org/10.32351/politica-crossmark

Keywords:

teaching, research, skills

Abstract

Academic research requires university faculty to develop theoretical, methodological, and multidisciplinary competencies that enable them to generate solutions to the problems facing contemporary society. In this context, the research competencies of university faculty in the southern region of the country were analyzed. This was carried out through a quantitative, descriptive, non-experimental, and cross-sectional study involving a sample of 128 undergraduate faculty members from the Autonomous University of Campeche, Mexico. Participants completed an eight-item questionnaire via Google Forms. The results revealed a moderate overall level of research competence: 37.5% of the faculty scored at a high level, 29.7% at a moderate level, and 32.8% at a low level. The primary strength lay in the formulation and substantiation of research problems, whereas the main areas for improvement were data analysis, instrumentation, and proficiency in languages and general knowledge. Additionally, significant gender-based differences were identified, with men demonstrating higher levels of research competence in almost all evaluated areas. In conclusion, the faculty possess the foundations for conducting research and disseminating knowledge, particularly regarding problem formulation and the construction of theoretical frameworks. However, it is necessary to strengthen skills in statistical analysis and instrument validation through increased institutional support, project-based learning, and expert guidance in order to enhance research competencies and narrow the gender gap.

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Author Biographies

Liliana García Reyes, Autonomous University of Campeche

Doctor of Psychology, full-time professor and researcher at the Faculty of Humanities of the Autonomous University of Campeche (UAC). She is a Level 1 member of the National System of Researchers (SNII) and holds a PRODEP profile. She served as head of the Interculturality Program at the Faculty of Humanities of the UAC (2017-2018) and was coordinator of the Bachelor's Degree in Psychology (2004-2009). She is currently the Academic Coordinator of the Master's Degree in Psychology.
Danu Alberto Fabre Platas, University of Veracruz

Research Professor at the Institute of Economic and Social Research and Higher Studies, Veracruzana University. Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Master's degree in Rural Development, PhD in Sociology. Member of the National System of Researchers (Level 1). Member of the peer review board and scientific council of several journals in Mexico, Chile, Argentina, and Brazil. Coordinator of the academic group Science, Technology, Society, and Innovation in the Knowledge Society. Coordinator of the Latin American Network for Studies on Social Vulnerability. Vice President of the Latin American Population Association (ALAP). Author and editor of several books, book chapters, and articles in national and international journals. Visiting Professor at universities in Colombia, Argentina, and Spain.
Miguel Ángel Tuz Sierra, Autonomous University of Campeche

Doctor of Psychology, full-time professor and researcher at the Faculty of Humanities of the Autonomous University of Campeche (UAC). SNII Level 1. PRODEP Profile. Leader of the Academic Group “Human Development” UNACAM-CA-14. He serves as a Special Education Guidance Psychologist for the Ministry of Education of the State of Campeche; providing psychological care and psychotherapy services from 2005 to the present.
Gabriela Isabel Pérez Aranda, Autonomous University of Campeche

Doctor of Humanistic Education, currently a Full Professor and Researcher at the Faculty of Humanities of the Autonomous University of Campeche (UAC). She belongs to the National System of Researchers (SNII) Level 1, PRODEP Profile. She served as a group leader at the San Pedro Clever special education school (1998-2000); as head of the Academic Unit attached to the Center for Spanish and Maya at the UAC (2001-2003); as head of the University Equality and Inclusion Unit at the UAC (2018-2021); and has provided psychological care and psychotherapy services since 1999.

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