FACTORES PSICOPEDAGÓGICOS Y APRENDIZAJE SIGNIFICATIVO EN LA EDUCACIÓN PÚBLICA DE JIPIJAPA”

Abstract

The incorporation of Information and Communication Technologies is a determining factor in the knowledge society, requiring a substantial transformation in educational practice, which the State University of Southern Manabí promotes through its pedagogical model based on connectivism and constructivism. However, in the context of the Jipijapa canton, there is a significant gap between the availability of resources and their effective didactic implementation. The objective of this research was to analyse the impact of the pedagogical use of ICT on the strengthening of teaching skills, aligning directly with the line of research on ‘Information and Communication Technology’ established in the Education degree programme. Methodologically, a quantitative descriptive-correlational approach was used, applying structured surveys to a representative sample of local teachers. The results show a positive correlation between the frequency of use of digital tools and the perception of professional self-efficacy, although a predominantly instrumental use persists. It is concluded that the pedagogical use of ICT acts as a fundamental catalyst for teacher empowerment, validating the relevance of the blended learning modality of the degree programme, but its real effectiveness depends on moving towards continuing education programmes that promote innovation and true didactic appropriation in the teaching-learning processes of the territory.