Education in heritage knowledge is essential for preserving and advancing our cultural identity, balancing the historical legacy with future needs. Teaching this knowledge is not limited to memorizing facts; it is about understanding the contexts and values that define cultural practices. Integrating tradition into contemporary education fosters a citizenry that appreciates cultural diversity and is committed to preserving heritage.

Folk dance, for example, is a powerful vehicle for transmitting and keeping cultural identity alive. In Cundinamarca, empirical teaching, based on direct experience, is combined with academic instruction, which provides a theoretical framework. This synergy between both approaches enriches education and ensures that dance not only survives but evolves. "Re-existence," as cultural resistance against homogenization, reaffirms the importance of preserving the authenticity of traditions in the face of external influences.

Teachers play a crucial role as mediators between the past and the present, transmitting both cultural practice and theory. Collaboration between empirical and academic methodologies enriches teaching, ensuring the relevance and continuity of folk dances. In a globalized context, this integration ensures that cultural heritage remains alive and relevant, fostering citizens who are aware of and committed to their cultural identity.