Aprendizaje basado en el diseño del pensamiento científico como estrategia didáctica para la enseñanza de funciones matemáticas

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Abstract: Design Thinking has revolutionized teaching to enhance students critical thinking This study describes an innovative experience in university teaching applying Design Thinking (Learning Based on Design Thinking) in mathematics and science. The objective was to analyze its impact on the didactics of mathematical functions in university students. 100 Biochemistry and Industrial Engineering students were investigated at the Private Technical University of Loja Ecuador divided into a control group (P and R) and an experimental group (C and Q). The experimental group followed the Design Thinking methodology while the control group received traditional teaching. The results of the pretest indicated that both groups had similar knowledge in mathematical functions initially. However in the post-test the experimental group (0.78) showed notable progress in learning mathematical functions surpassing the control group (0.68). These findings underline the importance of innovative approaches that promote the practical application and understanding of mathematics in different educational settings. In conclusion Design Thinking strengthens didactics and improves learning in university students.