El juego educativo como estrategia lúdica en el proceso de enseñanza aprendizaje de la matemática en quinto año de educación básica. Estudio de caso

Abstract

The purpose of this thesis is to investigate the use of educational games as a playful strategy to enhance the teaching and learning process of mathematics in fifth-grade students in basic education. The main objective is to analyze how games contribute to the teaching and learning process of mathematics in fifth-grade students in General Basic Education at a specific school in the Metropolitan District of Quito. To achieve this objective, data was collected through classroom observation and conversations with two fifth-grade teachers in basic education. A qualitative methodology was used to explore the perceptions and experiences of students and teachers from two fifth-grade classes regarding the use of educational games in the teaching process. The results obtained revealed that an active use of games in the mathematics classroom could not be observed. However, the importance of planning and asking questions prior to introducing a topic in class was evident, which was considered as an initial activity. In conclusion, this research demonstrates that the use of educational games can be a valuable strategy to improve the learning process in mathematics. Educators are recommended to consider the implementation of games as part of their methodological approach, as it can foster active student participation and strengthen their understanding and application of mathematical concepts.