Relación entre el aprendizaje basado en juegos y el aprendizaje significativo en educación física en estudiantes de bachillerato.

Abstract

Abstract: The present research aimed to analyze the influence of Game-Based Learning (GBL) on the development of meaningful learning in high school students in the subject of Physical Education, at a public educational institution in the canton of Guayaquil. The study followed a quantitative approach, using a quasi-experimental pretest posttest design. The population consisted of high school students who were administered a structured questionnaire to assess the dimensions of meaningful learning: conceptual understanding, practical application, and motivation. This was complemented by an observation guide to strengthen the analysis of the results. The pedagogical intervention involved implementing game-based learning strategies over four weeks during regular Physical Education classes. The results showed significant improvements in all evaluated dimensions, with the greatest increase observed in motivation, followed by practical application and conceptual understanding. It is concluded that GBL is an effective pedagogical strategy for promoting meaningful, functional, and contextualized learning.