Implementación de herramientas digitales interactivas para mejorar la participación activa en las clases de inglés para estudiantes de segundo de secundaria

Abstract

Abstract: This research focuses on the use of digital tools as a driving force to strengthen English language learning at the secondary level. By analyzing recent studies, the aim was to understand how these technologies engage students, enabling the design of a clear pedagogical pathway ready for implementation in future educational contexts. Using a documentary and descriptive approach, a comprehensive review was conducted, beginning with a universe of 570 studies. After rigorous filtering, seven key studies published between 2021 and 2025 were selected. The results are revealing: gamification and multimedia resources not only increase motivation but also act as a catalyst to reduce speaking anxiety and encourage peer writing. However, the analysis also reveals significant gaps. There is a lack of studies specifically for the secondary level and a clear contradiction: although students have a positive attitude toward technology, their actual digital skills are often limited. Given this scenario, a four-session proposal was structured designed to put the student at the center, integrating clear indicators to measure the level of their active participation. Ultimately, integrating technology into the English classroom works to energize learning, but only if there is a solid pedagogical design behind it. The next logical step will be to test this proposal in real-world settings to measure, through experimental studies, how it improves the development of students' language skills.