Spiritual competence, contemplative education and mindfulness in schools (Competencia espiritual, educación contemplativa y atención plena en la escuela)
Studies in Psychology September 1, 2020 Luis Heredia, Margarita Torrente, Paloma Vicens 7 citations
Contemplative education, an emerging field, aims to develop spiritual competence in schools to equip students with social and personal skills for a more aware and sustainable society. This article outlines a conceptual approach to spirituality and spiritual competence from an educational psychology perspective, defining their components. It links contemplative education to a specific view of the relationship between subject and object of knowledge. The authors critically review scientific evidence on mindfulness-based training programs, the most widespread secular form, and briefly discuss the connection between contemplative education and spiritual tradition. They also suggest considerations for designing future research.