Los medios tecnológicos en la educación inicial un estudio de caso en una unidad educativa de la ciudad de Quito

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to underscore the significance of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in the field of Early Childhood Education. The objective is to identify the necessary technological tools to substantially enhance the learning process in educational institutions and examine how ICT is intertwined with students' development and transforms the educational environment. The study delves into strategies for the effective integration of ICT in the classroom, encompassing its utilization as a pedagogical tool, the provision of didactic support through multimedia resources, and its inclusion as a resource for educators. It was observed that the available technological resources in an Educational Unit were significantly deteriorated, thereby limiting their use in education. Nonetheless, it is acknowledged that ICT is advantageous for the development of children through interactive and didactic proposals, adapting to the technological environment in which they are growing.

The incorporation of ICT into teaching alters pedagogical approaches, reinforces educational strategies, and benefits both society and the educational domain as a whole. It fosters collaboration among educators and families, stimulates creativity, broadens access to valuable content, and promotes meaningful learning across various settings. The methodology employed in this work was bibliographic research, encompassing topics such as the relationship between Early Childhood Education and new technologies, the role of ICT as a pedagogical tool, its utility for educators, the use of multimedia didactic media, and the requisite strategies for integrating ICT in Early Childhood Education.