Educational technology to enhance motivation in reading skills in 5th grade students at the educational unit "Oscar Efrén Reyes".
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2024-05-22
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Malagón, B. Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador
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This study focuses on the motivation and reading skills of fifth-grade students at the "Oscar Efrén Reyes" Educational Unit in Chimbacalle, Quito - Ecuador. The primary aim is to enhance student engagement in reading, which is crucial for their academic progress. The research endeavors to develop digital instructional recommendations to improve motivation in reading skills.
At the "Oscar Efrén Reyes" Educational Unit, fifth-grade students encounter challenges in reading proficiency and motivation. Traditional teaching methods may not fully engage them, necessitating the use of educational technology to address these issues.
The study employs a mixed-methods approach. Initially, a diagnostic test assessed students' attitudes and behaviors towards technology in reading, as well as their motivation levels. Educational technology resources, including Duolingo, StoryJumper, and Wordwall, were integrated, with a specific focus on Wordwall to provide engaging and personalized reading experiences. A post-intervention questionnaire measured the effectiveness of these interventions.
Expected outcomes include a significant improvement in student motivation, enhanced vocabulary, comprehension, and fluency. Educational technology interventions, particularly Wordwall, increased student participation, interest, and enjoyment in reading activities, contributing to existing literature on technology's effectiveness in improving motivation and reading skills among fifth-grade students.
To validate the digital teaching recommendations, synthesized in a tutorial, a workshop was developed with teachers, whose sessions enriched their knowledge to use the Wordwall platform based on the practice of reading in 5th grade and to improve motivation.
The findings underscore the potential of interactive and personalized approaches to create a stimulating reading environment that promotes engagement, motivation, and overall comprehension among students.
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Aimacaña Ortiz, E. P., & Ortega Chicaiza, P. R. (2024). Educational technology to enhance motivation in reading skills in 5th grade students at the educational unit “Oscar Efrén Reyes”. Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador.