Competencia digital y su relación con la innovación docente en Educación Básica de las instituciones educativas de Loja y Azuay

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Abstract: The objective of this research is to analyze the relationship between digital competence and innovation of basic education teachers. Currently, teachers need to keep updated on the latest educational trends in Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), and apply them properly to promote their innovation in education. However, there are some limitations among them is the access to them, which prevents the correct use of technologies. In the face of continuous obstacles, most teachers have managed to incorporate technology in the educational environment, promoting innovation in the teaching-learning process and the professional pedagogical practice of the teacher with the various digital tools. Therefore, nowadays teachers are more literate with the educational tools and resources available in the environment as they require continuous training to stay updated and to innovate with the latest technological trends improving their role and professional academic performance to guide students in the acquisition of new skills, abilities and productive digital knowledge.