Supervised Internship in the Distance Leaning Bachelor's Degree in Theology: challenges and possibilities during the pandemic

ABSTRACT

The present work addresses the topic of Supervised Internships held within the scope of the Bachelor's Degree in Theology in the distance learning modality, during the COVID-19 pandemic. For this purpose, the following inquiry guides the reflections to what extent has the COVID-19 pandemic affected the performance of internships in Theology courses? Based on this questioning, the general objective of this work is to analyze the impact of the pandemic on the organization of internships, through an experience report of the actions adopted regarding the internship offer in a distance learning Theology course. Initially, the article discusses the internship legislation, highlighting the recommendations of the National Curricular Guidelines for Theology courses. Next, a case study of an internship conducted as an undergraduate research project in the context of the pandemic is presented. Finally, based on the aspects of legislation discussed and the case study presented, the impact of the pandemic on the performance of internships and the current challenges and possibilities are analyzed, with emphasis on undergraduate research as an innovative proposal.