Coerência e validade da vida e obra do sociólogo Orlando Fals Borda

Abstract

The author develops a reflection on the character of the the great sociologist Orlando Falz Borda studies and his commitment to the most vulnerable social groups and communities. Some  evidences  of   the  construction,  development,  improvement  and refinement  of  the  participatory  method  are  recorded  in  their  writings. Participatory Action Research is an invaluable contribution to the sociology of action. The publication of “Campesinos de los Andes” and other anthological writings by the National University of Colombia contribute to advance in the construction of an alternative holistic paradigm. That  is,  a  paradigm  based  on  participatory  action  research  from  an  interdisciplinary perspective that transcends positivist, functional and mechanical approaches, providing a response to the critical situations of Colombians.