Aprendizaje basado en el juego en la materia de Lengua en los estudiantes de 3ro y 4to grado de la Unidad Educativa particular ATENEO de la ciudad de Loja.

Abstract

Abstract: This research aims to analyze the impact of game-based learning on Language and Literature for 3rd and 4th-grade students at the Ateneo Private School in Loja, Colombia. Addressing the question of the effectiveness of the traditional teaching model, this mixed-methods study employs this methodology to observe how integrating playful activities transforms the classroom. Through observation and perception surveys administered to students and teachers, it was determined that games do not act as a distraction but rather as a pedagogical tool that enhances students' engagement, strengthens emotional security, and facilitates understanding of complex academic content. The results demonstrate that both students and teachers feel motivated and confident, overcoming their fear of making mistakes when they are actively involved in their own learning and teaching. In conclusion, the study proposes incorporating a curriculum that balances the necessary structure with playful strategies, thereby making learning more lasting, human, and connected to children's interests.