herramientas de gamificación como instrumento de motivación para fortalecer el desempeño académico en los estudiantes de 10mo. año e.g.b. del colegio de bachillerato nueve de octubre en la materia ciencias sociales

Abstract

Gamification, understood as the application of game elements and dynamics in non-gaming contexts, has emerged as an innovative strategy to improve commitment and motivation in various areas, particularly in education. The main objective of this thesis is to explore the impact of gamification on the learning of basic general education students, specifically in the subject of Social Sciences. The growing importance of motivation and commitment in the educational process has led to the need to search for new methodologies that respond to the contemporary challenges of education. The central objective of this research is to evaluate the impact of gamification on the motivation and academic performance of 10th grade students. E.G.B of the “Nueve de Octubre” High School, with this we seek to determine if the introduction of game elements, such as points, levels, rewards and competitions, can translate into significant improvements in learning and in the attitude towards the subject of Social Sciences. To carry out this research, a mixed methodology was used that combines quantitative and qualitative approaches. In the quantitative phase, a sample of 40 basic general education students who participated in a gamification program during the educational period was selected. Pre- and post-intervention surveys were administered to measure motivation and attitudes toward learning. Additionally, academic performance tests were conducted at the beginning and end of the semester to evaluate the impact of gamification on student grades. In the qualitative phase, in-depth interviews were carried out with 1 teacher who implemented gamification strategies in their classrooms. To gain a deeper understanding of your experiences and perceptions of using gamification in the classroom. These interviews allowed us to collect valuable information about the dynamics of implementation, the challenges faced and the benefits observed.