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Meaningful Learning of Natural Sciences Based on PBL

2024 , Becerra García, Eulalia , Erika Telenchana Perez , Carina Arroba Naranjo , Mora Rosales, José

Education requires going beyond educational approaches focused on the transmission and reception of knowledge, through actions that promote meaningful learning. Project-based learning (PBL) is presented as an active methodology to improve the teaching-learning process that allows not only to expand communication skills but also to encourage creativity and awareness for research in students. The objective of this research was to design a guide of didactic activities based on promoting learning through projects from the academic planning, execution and evaluation phases, in order to motivate students through cooperative work and research to solve contextual challenges or problems. Theoretical methods were used: historical analysis, analytical-synthetic, inductive – deductive and techniques such as surveys with questionnaires. This study’s population had 37 seventeen- years- old students from elementary education and 4 teachers from the area of natural sciences. The findings show that teachers face weaknesses related to the use of strategies; therefore, the need to design a guide that promotes PBL activities is necessary. It is evident that students can highly improve with the application of the mentioned guide.

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Why should science fiction be learned in engineering education?

2024 , Londoño Proaño, Cristián , Perez Gavilanes, Veronica Maricela

This study explores the integration of science fiction in education, highlighting its potential as a powerful pedagogical tool in engineering and other scientific disciplines. By employing science fiction narratives and analogical models, complex concepts such as thermodynamics, energy, and entropy are made more accessible and engaging for students. The research demonstrates that science fiction can motivate students, promote active learning, and foster critical thinking. This interdisciplinary approach bridges the gap between theoretical principles and practical application, enriching the educational experience and preparing students to tackle real-world challenges with innovative solutions. The findings suggest that science fiction significantly enhances the educational process, contributing to the development of more competent and creative professionals.

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Classdojo as an Educational Technology to Enhance the Learning of Logical Mathematical Notions

2024 , Núñez-Naranjo, Aracelly Fernanda , Susana Roman-Tirira , Ocaña-Chiluisa, José

The purpose of the research was to design strategies that allow the development of critical thinking for the learning of mathematics in upper elementary school students. The same is of a quasi-experimental type that contemplates a methodology based on a quantitative approach, which allowed after the application of the proposal for four weeks, to analyze and explain the phenomenon under study through the application of objective tests of 10 items in a pretest and a posttest, applied to 156 tenth grade students of an educational unit in Ecuador, for the experiment were divided into two groups: 78 students in the control group and 78 students in the experimental group, which was subjected to an innovative proposal and traditional education. The post evaluation results of the scores obtained from the control group showed an overall average of 4.65 showing the lack of skills and cognitive tools to develop critical thinking. While, the experimental group reached an average of 7.63 after the implementation of the proposal, observing a significant improvement in their skills and qualities in the development of critical thinking, evolving positively with the criteria applied within the didactic guide. Finally, to test the hypothesis, the Anova statistical test was used, which concluded a direct relationship between the development of critical thinking and the learning of mathematics.

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Virtual Laboratories for Learning Chemistry and Physics Through Chemlab and Modellus

2023 , Alulima, Lidya , Mena-Alvarado E. , Chacón-Castro M.

In the present-day context, educational institutions have difficulties maintaining technological equipment available to the academic community. Therefore, the technology tools’ implementation for teaching Physics and Chemistry, through virtual laboratories in applications such as Chemlab and Modellus, is pertinent. The objective is to analyze Chemlab and Modellus simulators as didactic strategies that allow integral learning between theory and practice, applied to 200 high-school students of a public educational institution. The methodology is based on a mixed approach to gather information followed by an analysis and interpretation of the results, which are relevant to the use of qualitative and quantitative data based on the measurement of the variables. The subsequent results show satisfaction in the processes according to a survey of professional experts in the area and students who demonstrate to be satisfied acquiring and understanding contents and topics related to the environment reducing the difficulty degree, awakening interest, achieving a balance between theoretical concepts with experimentation and solving exercises, consolidating acquired competencies such as communication and technological skills, critical thinking, autonomy, collaborative work, leadership, decision-making, and resolution capacity. © The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2023.

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Psychosocial effects of COVID-19 in Ecuadorian university professors

2023 , Zambrano D.P.C. , Moreira-Choez J.S. , de Rodríguez T.M.L. , Sánchez-Urdaneta A.B.

The objective of this work is to analyze the psychosocial effects of COVID-19 on Ecuadorian university professors, for which a quantitative research of descriptive and correlational nature was developed. Two instruments were applied, based on the Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scales and the Burnout questionnaire to the selected sample, in three public universities of easy access and linkage with the researchers. The population consisted of professors with appointment: 682 from the Technical University of Manabí, 678 from the Lay University Eloy Alfaro de Manabí, and 131 from the State University of Southern Manabí, from which a sample of 246, 246 and 98 professors was selected respectively. From the results it is derived that depression, anxiety, and stress were configured in psychosocial effects, which have had an impact during the COVID-19 pandemic on the professors of the universities studied, due to the pressure originated by new emerging methodological structures, the acquisition of other competences associated to technology, health and the risks of contagion, death and by the pedagogical attention through virtuality, unexpectedly arisen in times of pandemic © 2023, Revista de Ciencias Sociales.All Rights Reserved.

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Digital tools in the development of social skills: The role of the teacher as facilitator

2025 , Núñez-Naranjo, Aracelly Fernanda , Sánchez Torres, Adriana

The paper analyzes the role of the teacher in the development of social skills of seventh and eighth grade students through the integration of digital tools. The aim was to evaluate the impact of technology-mediated pedagogical strategies on the social and academic development of students. A quasi-experimental design with a mixed approach was used; a pretest-posttest was applied to a control group (traditional teaching) and an experimental group (digital tools: Educaplay, Kahoot, Genially, Google Meet). A validated CHASO questionnaire and classroom observation sheets were applied, assessing social skills and teaching practices. SPSS was used (t-tests, Kolmogorov-Smirnov), and qualitative data were analyzed thematically. The experimental group showed a significant improvement in social skills and academic performance compared to the control group. Technological tools enhanced motivation, although individual challenges persisted. The teaching guide mediated the use of technology and fostered empathetic and collaborative environments. The integration of digital tools in the classroom effectively promotes the development of social skills and digital competencies. However, it may vary due to individual and contextual factors, and teacher intervention is necessary. Curricular designs that promote the integration of digital tools in the classroom are recommended.

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Proposal of a theoretical-practical evaluation model for the accreditation of university courses in Ecuador

2024 , Dillon Pérez, Francisco , Rojas, David , Espinosa, Diana , Jiménez, Silvia Aguirre

The objective of this research work was to design a theoretical-practical model for evaluating university courses for accreditation purposes. The paradigm used was mixed (quali-quantitative) of a descriptive, explanatory, exploratory and correlational type; interpretive in nature and focused on action research. Furthermore, to support the construction of the proposed model, bibliographic, documentary and field analysis processes were used. One of the main conclusions obtained because of the research process has allowed us to determine that the approach of this model could help improve the designs of the different academic careers and programs at a macro, meso and micro curricular level for accreditation purposes, also allowing in this way, comply with the evaluation parameters established by the Ecuadorian university higher education control bodies.

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Active Learning Strategies in Geometry: Effectiveness of a Gamified Digital Application at the Upper Basic Level

2025 , Ruiz Vega, Andrés , Espinosa Pinos, Carlos Alberto , Núñez Torres, María Giovanna

This research addresses the low effectiveness of traditional methodologies in teaching geometry to students of higher basic education, which has contributed to the low performance in mathematical competencies. In view of this situation, the implementation of a gamified digital application is proposed to promote a more participatory and meaningful learning. The type of sampling is non-probabilistic by convenience, so 99 students were considered. The research technique used is the survey addressed to students. The instruments used were: a questionnaire to determine the methodological strategies currently used by teachers; and a written test to measure the level of geometric reasoning according to Van Hiele. Both instruments were validated in content and construct by means of the expert judgment technique. The results obtained show that the use of traditional strategies predominates in the process of learning geometry in the classroom, and that 92% of the students, regarding their level of geometric reasoning, are at level 2 (low) out of 6 (complete); This can be corroborated by the significant differences between the pre-test and post-test after the application of the gamified tool; therefore, it is concluded that this proposal is valid to be implemented in traditional educational scenarios and thus ensure meaningful learning of geometry at the upper elementary level.

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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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Detection of Student Behavior Profiles Applying Neural Networks and Decision Trees

2020 , Guevara Maldonado, César Byron , Sanchez-Gordon S. , Arias Flores, Hugo Patricio , Varela Aldas, José , Castillo Salazar, David Ricardo , Borja M. , Fierro-Saltos W. , Rivera R. , Hidalgo-Guijarro J. , Yandún-Velasteguí M.

Education worldwide is a significant aspect for the development of the peoples and much more in developing countries such as those in Latin America, where less than 22% of its inhabitants have higher education. Research in this field is a matter of interest for each of the governments to improve education policies. Therefore, the analysis of data on the behavior of a student in an educational institution is of utmost importance, because multiple aspects of progress or student dropout rates during their professional training period can be identified. The most important variables to identify the student’s behavior are the socio-economic ones, since the psychological state and the economic deficiencies that the student faces while is studying can be detected. This data provides grades, scholarships, attendance and information on student progress. During the first phase of the study, all the information is analyzed and it is determined which provides relevant data to develop a profile of a student behavior, as well as the pre-processing of the data obtained. In this phase, voracious algorithms are applied for the selection of attributes, such as greedy stepwise, Chi-squared test, Anova, RefiefF, Gain Radio, among others. In this work, we apply the artificial intelligence techniques, the results obtained are compared to generate a normal and unusual behavior of each student according to their professional career. In addition, the most optimal model that has had a higher accuracy percentage, false positive rate, false negative rate and mean squared error in the tests results are determined. © Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2020.

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