Influencia de la gamificación con la plataforma digital EducaPlay en el desarrollo de habilidades numéricas en niños y niñas de primero de básica

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Abstract: The research was designed to evaluate the impact of a technological took loke EducaPlay on the development of numerical skills in male and female students of First Grade of General Basic Education, as it develops in the context of the Ecuadorian educational system. The research arose from the need to integrate innovative methodological proposals for meaningful mathematics learning in the early years of schooling, considering the cognitive and motivational characteristics of childhood. The research was carried out with a quantitative approach and quasi-experimental design, integrating playful and interactive activities to strengthen basic numerical skills. The results showed no significant improvement in academic performance of the students after the intervention; however, it is verified that the tool has had a positive effect on the development of numerical skills, with improvement in motivations, active participation and autonomy. It is concluded that the EducaPlay application is a good pedagogical strategy for improving teaching-learning processes in the area addressed.