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Development of an LMS prototype to improve the learning of higher basic education students applying the flipped classroom methodology

2023 , Penaherrera M.I.G. , Guevara C. , Coronel D.

Currently, problems related to academic performance are observed in higher basic education students, not only in subjects that have traditionally been considered of a certain level of complexity, such as in the area of exact sciences, mathematics and physics or chemistry, but also in socio-humanistic areas such as art education. In response to this situation, an attempt has been made to address the problem with a view to improving student performance in order to avoid school failure and dropout. In this sense, innovative methodologies have emerged to solve this situation. One of them is the Flipped Classroom, which is characterized by using information and communication technologies to improve student learning with the use of digital educational resources in the classroom or outside of it, thus favoring not only the understanding, application of knowledge and improvement of school performance, but also the stimulation of students' interest by considering themselves as protagonists and main actors in their learning process. This study proposes the development of a Learning Management System (LMS) to improve student learning. This LMS prototype uses the Flipped Classroom Methodology applied in one syllable during a period of one month in the subject of cultural and artistic education. This subject is distributed as follows: 1.- Initial Assessment; 2.- Heritage; 3.- Types of Heritage; 4.- Cultural Heritage; 5.- Natural Heritage; 6.- Final evaluation. The study had a sample of 12 students, evaluated before and after the proposal on the topics included in the prototype. The findings of this study showed a prior knowledge of the proposal of 21.7% and a knowledge of 90% after the application of the proposal, observing that most of the students reached an optimal level of knowledge. © 2023 ITMA.

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Empowering Electronics Learning through a Hands-on Approach: Arduino Projects in the Classroom

2023 , Moncayo H. , Alulima L. , Mena M. , Zárate L.

This study addresses the practical approach of Project Based Learning with Arduino in the subject of electronics, the problem identified lies in the disconnection between theory and practical application, which can result in a superficial understanding of the concepts. The objective was to implement projects with Arduino in the classroom and evaluate their impact on the learning of electronics. Mixed methodology was employed to collect qualitative and quantitative data, combining classroom observation, student surveys, and student performance evaluations. The results of the study showed that the hands-on approach with Arduino projects significantly motivated students, increased their interest in the subject, and improved their understanding of electronics concepts. The projects fostered creativity, collaboration, and the development of relevant technical skills. In conclusion, Project Based Learning with Arduino in the electronics subject is revealed as an effective strategy to enhance learning. The results indicate that this hands-on approach can bring students closer to the reality of electronics, preparing them more effectively to face challenges in the professional environment and promoting more meaningful and lasting learning. © 2023 IEEE.

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Google Sites: An Effective and Accessible Solution to Improve the Teaching of Mathematics in Virtual Environments

2023 , Sosa I.A. , Coronel K.R. , Garófalo J.B.

Education aims to generate learning in students, however, there is a discrepancy between what is learned in class and its practicality in everyday life. A vision of schooling of learning continues to be maintained that seems to marginalize the knowledge that young people have acquired during the transition to the new academic normality, through the media and digital platforms. Google Sites is a platform that allows you to congregate a variety of functions such as: videos, calendars, presentations, text files, spreadsheets, among others. For this reason, the objective is to design a web page for the teaching of mathematics in children of sixth grade of Basic General Education. This research used a mixed-approach methodology by applying a survey to 35 students from the public basic education school of the Metropolitan District of Quito. 16 teachers from the same school and an interview with 2 specialists. Information was collected, qualitative and quantitative results were analyzed and interpreted for the measurement of variables. The findings reflected that Google Sites being a multifunctional platform allows to enable the process of teaching mathematics due to the use of videos, spreadsheets, gamification, online documents, dynamic tables. © 2023 IEEE.

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Innovating Chemistry Education: Integrating Cultural Knowledge through a Practical Guide and Augmented Reality

2023 , Arroba C. , Becerra E. , Espinoza J. , Buele J.

There is a clear need for strategies that bridge the gap between theory and practice in chemistry education, particularly in terms of incorporating ancestral and ethnographic knowledge into research activities. Thus, this study aims to explore the design and implementation of an innovative practical guide that integrates local cultural knowledge into the teaching of chemistry for high school students. This qualitative research gathers the perspectives of 74 students and 5 teachers from an educational institution in the Province of Pastaza, Ecuador. The proposed guide is based on seven local cultural knowledge aspects and aims to transform the teaching of chemistry into a meaningful and inclusive activity. The practices are developed using an ethnographic, scientific, and investigative approach, involving a comparison between local knowledge and the prescribed chemistry curriculum. This integration promotes constructivist learning, encourages critical thinking, and motivates students by making science relevant to their cultural and social context. Preliminary results indicate that this strategy has been well received by both students and teachers, who report an improved understanding of chemistry and a greater appreciation for their cultural traditions. While this research primarily focuses on the implementation of the practical guide, future plans include digitizing the guide to expand its reach and enhance its interactivity. © 2023, The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG.

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Education and TIC: The use of network theory in the analysis of social and academic relationships in educational contexts

2020 , Dillon F. , Freire I. , Rojas, David , Espinosa D.

This research work focuses on analyzing the use of social network theory in the educational context. For this, three research published in various indexed journals were taken as a reference where the methodology used and the conclusions reached after using this methodological framework as a methodological framework have been described. The results obtained, have allowed to show the incorporation of this methodology in these contexts, however, as there is no detailed knowledge on this subject and inter and multidisciplinary work of the research professionals, it has been concluded that this methodology of the proposed analysis, it may not always be capable of being applied and replicated in other contexts. © 2020, Associacao Iberica de Sistemas e Tecnologias de Informacao. All rights reserved.

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Agogic sciences for innovation in teaching management at the "AIDA GALLEGOS" educational unit

2023 , Basantes M.O.C. , de Rodríguez T.M.L. , Iglecias J.A.T. , Solís G.M.C. , Hinojosa J.D.C.

The lack of knowledge of a pedagogical strategy based on the Agogical Sciences and the psychobiological stages and particularities of the students' age has caused low academic performance of the students, causing little interest in learning; Therefore, it became necessary to consider the objective of determining the knowledge about agogic sciences in the innovation of teaching management that the teachers of the “Aida Gallegos” educational unit have. The methodological approach was focused on the quantitative and descriptive research, where a survey was applied through a closed questionnaire to the 34 teachers of the institution. The results found showed that there are weaknesses in the knowledge of agogic strategies, so the curriculum must be aligned at all levels; This awakens the motivation of teachers to apply strategies in which psychobiological elements can be developed in students. It was concluded that authorities must take into account educational levels and sublevels to direct them towards innovation and strengthening educational management. © Autor(es); 2023.

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CommonKADS and Ontology Reasoner: Bulky-Baggage Case Study

2021 , Lozada T E.F. , Tenecota W.L. , Pullas Tapia P.S. , Miniguano Miniguano L.D.

This paper presents the development of an agent based on an ontology reasoner based on the CommonKADS methodology. An ontology is built for the representation of the shoplifting trick “bulky-baggage” in the Protégé tool and in Java source code on the Jena library. And to build the agent, the Pellet reasoner is used both for Protégé and for its implementation in Java. As a result, the products that were stolen from the supermarket are taken by inference. © 2021, The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd.

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Factors Influencing University Dropout in Distance Learning: A Case Study

2023 , Núñez Hernández, Corina , Buele, Jorge

In the field of higher education in Ecuador, there is a phenomenon where students abandon the career, they were initially enrolled in. This research article aims to identify the determining factors that influence dropout, analyzing sociodemographic variables and economic, technological, institutional, and academic variables. The methodology used is action research built from educational practice. A survey was used to address several factors applied to 260 students of the second, fourth, and seventh levels of undergraduate study at a private institution. As a result, it was found that the most determining factor for a student to abandon their university career in the distance mode, with 72.31%, is the economic factor. Finally, it is concluded that students' permanence is affected mainly by socioeconomic aspects, which cause economic resources, illness, lack of time, and academic performance to be the most representative factors when deciding whether to remain or abandon a university career. This information increases the bibliography that deals with student behavior to search for alternatives to work on students' permanence. © 2023, North American Business Press. All rights reserved.

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Wedo 2.0 and Lego Education for the Logical Development of Elementary School Children

2024 , Araujo M.A.L. , Chacón-Castro M. , Goitia J.M.G. , Arias-Flores H.

In order to address the limited interest of children in the area of mathematical logic, this article presents strategies aimed at enhancing the logical thinking of elementary school students. To achieve this goal, innovative educational tools were employed, specifically, Wedo 2.0 and Lego Education, which combine Lego figures with block-based programming. The motivation behind this approach is rooted in the ability of Lego objects to captivate students’ attention due to their versatility in terms of colors, shapes, and sizes. By combining these figures with block-based programming, an interactive and stimulating learning environment is created that fosters creativity and the development of logical and mathematical skills. The research methodology used was quantitative and descriptive, and the target population consisted of fourth-grade students at the Oswaldo Guayasamín Educational Unit in Ecuador. The students were divided into two parallel groups, totaling 42 participants. The results of this study revealed a positive impact on the development of students’ logical thinking. The experimental group experienced a significant increase in their average scores, moving from an initial level ranging from low to medium to a medium-high level, with an average score of 6.66. In conclusion, the implementation of educational strategies that combine Wedo 2.0 and Lego Education proved to be effective in improving the logical thinking and mathematical skills of elementary school students. © The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2024.

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Impact of the pandemic on school dropout: Multidimensional analysis

2023 , Núñez-Naranjo A.F. , Núñez Hernández, Corina , Escobar-Bernúdes D. , Berruz-Uca I.

This study, driven by the need to identify the reasons why primary and secondary school students drop out of their studies pre and post-pandemic, with both endogenous and exogenous causes. The main objective was to analyze the impact of the pandemic on student dropout. An interpretive paradigm with qualitative methods was employed, including qualitative content analysis, and a systematic literature review was conducted using various inclusion and exclusion criteria. The main results revealed that the abrupt shift from in-person to virtual education led to student dropout, as traditional teaching methods attempted to adapt to new technologies, and many teachers encountered technological barriers related to geographical location, economics, among others. In conclusion, student dropout is a global issue influenced by various factors and variables that have led to different models aimed at reducing or eradicating it. © 2023 IEEE.

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