Gamificación y su incidencia en la enseñanza aprendizaje de geografía, octavo año del Colegio de Bachillerato El Oro, Machala

Abstract

To address this objective, a mixed methodological approach was implemented, which included direct observation in the classroom, interviews with teachers and surveys with students, in order to collect information. The present research, titled Gamification and its impact on teaching- learning of geography in the eighth year of the El Oro High School, Machala, 2024-2025, its main objective is to determine how gamification influences the educational processes related to the learning of geography in students of the eighth year of basic education. Gamification, understood as the incorporation of elements and dynamics typical of games in the educational context, is presented as an innovative strategy that seeks to improve the motivation, commitment and active participation of students, favoring greater understanding and retention of the contents. In an educational context where traditional methodologies often fail to fully capture the attention of young people, gamification emerges as an alternative capable of transforming the teaching of geography into a more attractive, dynamic and meaningful experience. Through this research, we seek to identify how gamified resources and strategies can contribute to strengthening student learning in this discipline, improving both their academic performance and their involvement in classroom activities. participants in relation to the use of gamified resources in teaching geography. The results obtained allowed us to identify both the benefits and limitations of gamification, as well as the key characteristics and elements that must be considered when applying this strategy in the classroom. Based on the research findings, the creation of a practical teacher training workshop is proposed, the purpose of which is to provide educators with specific tools and resources to integrate gamification into their pedagogical practices. This workshop will focus on the design of gamified activities and materials suitable for teaching geography, with the aim of promoting more interactive, motivating and student-focused teaching. Furthermore, it is proposed that teachers acquire the necessary skills to manage and evaluate the use of gamification in their classrooms, promoting active and collaborative teaching that promotes meaningful learning.