Prototipo de un entorno virtual para fomentar la creatividad en la asignatura de Diseño web en los estudiantes de segundo de bachillerato en la Unidad Educativa “Juan Henríquez Coello”

Abstract

Considering the technological and educational challenges faced by the Dr. Juan Henríquez Cuello Educational Unit, this project was developed. Its objective is to design, implement, and evaluate a virtual educational environment that promotes the development of creativity in the Web Design course, aimed at second-year technical high school students at the “Dr. Juan Henríquez Coello” Educational Unit. After identifying challenges such as low motivation, limited use of technological resources, and limited creative expression in the classroom, the use of the “Mil Aulas” platform was proposed as a dynamic, collaborative, and innovative learning space. Within the framework, topics such as creativity, the role of the teacher, the use of ICT in education, and the value of Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs) are highlighted. In addition to promoting changes in traditional methodologies to achieve a more active focus, the virtual environment stands out for its ability to capture students' attention thanks to the elements it can contribute. The project was developed under a mixed approach, combining qualitative and quantitative methods through interviews, surveys, and observations of students and teachers. The PACIE pedagogical model was used, which allowed the virtual environment to be structured with digital tools such as Canva, Kahoot, Padlet, and Educaplay, thus promoting a meaningful, interactive, and student-centered learning experience. The results show that the implementation of the virtual environment fostered interest in the subject, strengthened creative skills, and improved active student participation. This proposal not only contributes to improving teaching and learning processes but also offers a pedagogical alternative adapted to the demands of the current educational context, fostering innovation and creative thinking in the classroom.