El rol del docente en el fortalecimiento del pensamiento crítico para el buen uso de las TIC en estudiantes de bachillerato

Abstract

Abstract: This research aims to determine the role of teachers in strengthening critical thinking and the proper use of ICTs among high school students. The problem under study is based on the critical thinking deficit among students, who are exposed to a large amount of information in the digital age. Teachers face this challenge and must adapt to the current context to generate quality education by providing the resources and methodologies that develop the skills required by today's education. Considering this analysis and to address this problem, this research was conducted at the Daniel Álvarez Burneo Educational Unit in the city of Loja with a sample of 30 third-year high school students. Based on the stated objectives, a survey was administered. The results reflect the urgent need for teachers to develop skills such as critical thinking in students. Likewise, teachers must be trained in the use of digital resources and methodologies that help students navigate such a dynamic digital world. It should be noted that the school's academic plan does not reflect the use of any technological or digital resources in its classes, which reflects the digital divide and the lack of public investment in education.