The 2026 educational management period has begun with significant changes to the regulations of the Bolivian education system. Under the leadership of the new Minister of Education, adjustments have been introduced to curriculum planning in regular education, marking a turning point in how teachers organize their pedagogical work.
One of the most relevant changes is the incorporation, for the first time, of more structured and defined curriculum planning formats. Unlike previous years, when guidelines were more open, regular education teachers now have clear frameworks for developing their curriculum documents. This not only reduces uncertainty but also better defines the teacher’s creative space: not just in the format, but in the design of their lessons, the strategies they use, and how they generate meaningful learning.
At Fundación Alma, this is a point we have maintained for years: clarity in the structure allows teachers to focus their pedagogical energy on teaching. In this sense, we value this progress as an opportunity to strengthen teaching practice.
At the same time, amidst the changes taking place in both regular education and higher education, we have observed a significant convergence: much of the approach promoted by current regulations directly aligns with the work we have been developing. The clear organization of planning, the emphasis on pedagogical intent, and the incorporation of skills such as critical thinking, reading comprehension, and creativity—also prioritized by the Ministry—are pillars that form a central part of Alma’s approach.
This has had a concrete effect on our training processes. While we have incorporated the new guidelines into our workshops, we have not had to rethink our approach. On the contrary, for the first time, the official guidelines are closely aligned with what we have already been promoting.
In a context of change, this convergence is an encouraging sign. It allows us to project that sustained work not only impacts students but also resonates within the transformations of the education system.
By: Leydi Osorio Ramos
Workshop with 5th-year students of ESFM “Juan Misael Saracho”
Guidance with Alma Guides