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Las prácticas de laboratorio en el aprendizaje de la asignatura de Biología en los estudiantes de primero de Bachillerato de la Unidad Educativa “Juan Bautista Palacios” La Salle de la ciudad de Ambato
(Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Educación Básica, 2025-07-01) Morales Aman Lourdes Lilian; Gavilanez Alvarez Iraida Maritza; Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Educación Básica
This study addresses the relevance and impact of laboratory practices on the learning of
Biology among first-year high school students at the "Juan Bautista Palacios" La Salle
Educational Unit in Ambato. Given the experiential and experimental nature of Biology, the
integration of practical methodologies is fundamental for developing scientific competencies
and a deep understanding of biological phenomena. This work aims to determine how the
implementation of laboratory practices influences students' knowledge acquisition and
motivation. A mixed-methods approach was utilized, within an educational research
framework, combining literature review with data analysis collected through student surveys
and a teacher interview. The main results indicate that the application of laboratory practices
significantly improves students' knowledge acquisition and motivation, positively influencing
their academic performance and classroom participation, concluding that laboratory practices
are an essential component for fostering meaningful and lasting learning in Biology.
La motivación durante el proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje de los estudiantes de sexto grado de Educación General Básica de la Unidad Educativa Catorce de Julio – Juan Abel Echeverría, de la ciudad de Latacunga
(Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Educación Básica, 2025-07-01) Chiguano Vásconez Martha Alexandra; Mera Constante Medardo Alfonso; Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Educación Básica
The present research, aligned with Social and Educational Behavior, aimed to analyze
motivation during the teaching-learning process of sixth-grade students of General Basic
Education at the “Catorce de Julio – Juan Abel Echeverría” Educational Unit, in the city of
Latacunga. The methodology used followed a mixed approach, with a non-experimental,
descriptive, and cross-sectional design, under a bibliographic and field-based modality. The
population consisted of 39 students, including four with educational needs not associated with
disabilities, and one teacher who teaches the core subjects. To collect data, a Likert-scale
questionnaire was applied to the students and a structured interview was conducted with the
teacher; both instruments were validated by experts. The results show that motivation improves
when there is a good school environment, adequate rest, proper nutrition, and emotional wellbeing; in addition, it was identified that extrinsic motivation predominates, as most students
make an effort to obtain grades or rewards, although intrinsic motivation is also evident in those
who learn out of personal interest; likewise, it was found that cooperative work and teacher
support strengthen learning and increase student confidence. In conclusion, the motivation of
sixth-grade students is mainly driven by external stimuli, although a genuine interest in learning
is also observed, and this is influenced by factors such as school climate, peer support, teacher
attitude, and the application of active methodologies, which allow for a more dynamic and
organized teaching-learning process.
Lyrics Training App and Listening Skills
(Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Pedagogía de los Idiomas Nacionales y Extranjeros, 2025-07-01) Borja Jácome Diego Marcelo; Mayorga Gaona Carlos Daniel; Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Pedagogía de los Idiomas Nacionales y Extranjeros
This research examines how the Lyrics Training App develops English listening skills among
A2 level English as a foreign language (EFL) learners of the Pedagogy of National and Foreign
Languages program at the Technical University of Ambato. The study, which takes place in
the educational field and which followed a pre-experimental design, involved 42 students that
worked as a single group. The research utilized pre and post-tests from the KET Examination
test’s listening section. The tests were assessed based on three criteria (accuracy,
comprehension and level appropriateness). Making use of the Computer-Assisted Language
Learning (CALL) approach, the research mixed quantitative interpretation of pre and post-tests
results with qualitative observation giving perceptions through the analysis of results, outlining
conclusions, and drawing up recommendations built upon research context and students’
experiences. Interpretation through paired t-tests verified that there is a significant
advancement on students’ listening skills comprehension, corroborating the alternative
hypothesis. Results prove that Lyrics Training App successfully strengthened participants’
listening skills accuracy. Remarkably, it produced better listening comprehension, supporting
the understanding of spoken English that comprehends announcements, short spoken texts and
conversations. The used approach promoted students’ ability on using technology as a learning
tool, improved their confidence on class participation and secured improvement on their
listening skills fostering music as the main point. To conclude, the incorporation of the Lyrics
Training App unquestionably influenced participants’ listening skills, highlighting its part in
ability development and promoting a beneficial atmosphere for treating listening skills
Inteligencia de negocios en la toma de decisiones efectivas en el área comercial de cadenas de Retail.
(UNIVERSIDAD TÉCNICA DE AMBATO MAESTRÍA EN GERENCIA DE LA CALIDAD E INNOVACIÓN, 2025-07-01) Rodríguez Celi Eduardo Paúl; Edwin Javier Santamaria Freire; UNIVERSIDAD TÉCNICA DE AMBATO MAESTRÍA EN GERENCIA DE LA CALIDAD E INNOVACIÓN
Business intelligence in making effective decisions in retail chains has a
multidimensional approach, from which the research question arises: how does
business intelligence make the decisions made in the commercial area of retail chains
more effective? The objective of the study is to determine the role of business
intelligence in decision making for the commercial area of retail companies. A
qualitative study methodology with a descriptive approach is used; As data collection
tools, four questionnaires are designed focused on measuring the processes ofthe areas
of: sales, imports, marketing and finance to know if business decisions are made based
on data analysis. The target population is the company LG Electronics of Ecuador,
Whose commercial department is made up of 15 collaborators, distributed in the city
of Guayaquil and Quito. The findings found are that the commercial area of LG
Electronics of Ecuador carries out data collection, filtering, processing and analysis
processes manually, relying on the Microsoft Excel System. Due to the management
of each area and the volume of data, reports are processed by areas, are presented at
the wrong time and decisions are made from a specific and not a comprehensive
perspective. The company does not have a database of the main transport providers
(internal and external), which causes inexperienced logistics operators to be hired,
Which is why on many occasions the merchandise is received at the wrong time. Nor
does it have a database that stores and processes historical sales data for each retail
chain in the country. This is in order to better evaluate possible product offerings.
These are made according to factory availability and not with the best sales of each
chain.
Uso de Kahoot en actividades de evaluación en la asignatura de lengua y literatura con estudiantes de séptimo grado en la Unidad Educativa Juan León Mera "La Salle" de la ciudad de Ambato
(Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Educación Básica, 2025-07-01) Ortiz Ocaña Jennifer Nicole; Mera Constante Medardo Alfonso; Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Educación Básica
This research focuses on the use of Kahoot in evaluation activities in the subject of Language
and Literature with seventh grade students of the Juan León Mera Educational Unit “La Salle”,
in the city of Ambato. This study acquires relevance in view of the need to integrate
technological tools that turn evaluation into a more dynamic, motivating and participative
process, adjusted to the demands of current education. Its scientific contribution lies in
demonstrating how the use of gamified strategies improves learning and strengthens the
evaluation process. The general objective was to evaluate the impact of Kahoot on assessment
activities in Language and Literature. The research was developed within the line of Social and
Educational Behavior, with a mixed approach, pre-experimental design, descriptive level and
bibliographic, documentary and field modality. The sample consisted of 34 students of the
Seventh Grade parallel “B” and a teacher. Three instruments were applied: a Likert-type survey
to the students to learn about their experience with Kahoot; a structured interview with the
teacher to gather her perspective on its application; and a diagnostic test (pretest and posttest)
focused on the use of the dot and comma. The results showed that Kahoot improves motivation,
comprehension, self-evaluation and feedback. In addition, a significant increase in academic
performance was evidenced when comparing the results between the pretest and posttest. It is
concluded that Kahoot has a positive impact on assessment, contributing to the strengthening
of learning in Language and Literature.
Animated Films and Listening Comprehension
(Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Pedagogía de los Idiomas Nacionales y Extranjeros, 2025-07-01) Merlo Checa Nayeli Giovanna; Silva Valencia Juan Carlos; Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Pedagogía de los Idiomas Nacionales y Extranjeros
This descriptive study examined the perspectives of A2-level EFL students from the
Language Center at the Technical University of Ambato regarding the use of animated films to
enhance listening comprehension. A total of 68 students (35 females and 33 males) participated.
The research employed a mixed-methods approach and used a 21-item Likert-scale questionnaire
to collect quantitative and qualitative data. The instrument was validated by five experts, showing
high reliability through Cronbach’s Alpha (0.941) and Aiken’s V (1.0). The study aimed to identify
the most frequently used types and genres of animated films in EFL classrooms, the listening
subskills practiced, and the strategies students used while watching these films. Findings revealed
that 3D animated films such as Toy Story and The Grinch were the most preferred due to their
realistic visuals, engaging plots, and easy accessibility. Genres like comedy, action, and familyoriented films were the most common, as they provided enjoyable content that reduced anxiety
and boosted student motivation. Students reported improvement in listening subskills, especially
extensive and intensive listening, as well as listening for specific information. They frequently
applied cognitive and metacognitive strategies, including inferencing, self-monitoring, and
planning. Affective and social strategies also played an important role by promoting emotional
engagement and collaborative learning. In conclusion, the study highlights the strong pedagogical
value of animated films as authentic, engaging tools that foster listening comprehension in EFL
contexts. It recommends integrating a variety of animated styles and genres in language classrooms
to enhance learner autonomy, motivation, and listening proficiency.
La guianza en el turismo inclusivo, caso de estudio: personas con discapacidad física en los museos y quintas del cantón Ambato
(Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Turismo, 2025-07-01) Villacis Reinoso, Nylsen Adamari; Abril Flores, Oscar Alberto; Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Turismo
The general objective of this research was to analyze guidance as a tool for the
development of inclusive tourism in Jardín Histórico Botánico Atocha – La Liria in
order to improve the tourist experience of people with physical disabilities. The
importance of the work was base don the need to highlight the limitations faced by this
group of visitors when participating in tourist activities. In this way, the aim was to
promote the adaptation of content and spaces with a focus on universal accessibility.
The metodology used was qualitative, with a non-experiemental cross-sectional
design, employing the technique of document, record, and artifact análisis using a
document análisis form to evaluate the independent variable. Fort he dependent
variable, the observation technique was used through a universal accessibility indicator
form. The main results identified weaknesses in the existing tourist scripts,
informational documents, and educational material at the study site. In addition,
deficiencies were found in the physical structure of the established tourist circuit,
whose overall compliance rate did not exceed 50%. Base don the results obtained, a
proposal was developed consisting o fan interpretive tourist itinerary and a
methodology for the implementation of accesible tourist services. The research
concluded that the use of appropriate toos in guiding, together with the adaptation of
physical spaces, can generate more equitable and meaningful tourist experiences,
positioning Jardín Histórico Botánico Atocha – La Liria as a benchmark for Good
practices in inclusive tourism.
Participación laboral de las mujeres y el turismo de aventura en Baños de Agua Santa
(Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Turismo, 2025-07-01) Núñez Medina Dayana Estefanía; González Sánchez Angelica María; Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Turismo
The objective of this study was to analyze women's labor participation in adventure
tourism in the canton of Baños de Agua Santa. This study identified the number of
women involved in adventure tourism and, in turn, identified the main factors
limiting women's participation in the different types of adventure tourism. A mixedmethod approach was applied to the research, determining the number of women
working in adventure tourism. This information was collected through closed-ended
surveys conducted with 90 tour operators registered in the 2025 tourism registry.
Interviews were also conducted with 12 women working in adventure tourism in the
city of Baños de Agua Santa. The results of the research reveal that women represent
51% of the labor force among tour operators in the city of Baños de Agua Santa.
However, in the city of Baños de Agua Santa, only 8% of them work in adventure
tourism. The main barriers that could be felt in the canton are gender stereotypes,
lack of academic training, fear of heights, workplace harassment and lack of support
for childcare. In this sense, it is identified that among the strategies to eradicate this
phenomenon, a female empowerment program should begin, which aims to
strengthen the technical skills of women in the tourism sector of Baños de Agua
Santa so that they can actively participate in the different types of adventure tourism.
Reciprocal Teaching Strategy and Reading Comprehension
(Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Pedagogía de los Idiomas Nacionales y Extranjeros, 2025-07-01) Tubón Guamán Ibeth Celena; Mayorga Gaona Carlos Daniel; Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Pedagogía de los Idiomas Nacionales y Extranjeros
The following research work aimed to analyze the impact of the Reciprocal
Teaching Strategy on the Reading Comprehension of 36 students from the second semester
of Pedagogía de los Idiomas Nacionales y Extranjeros at Universidad Técnica de Ambato.
The methodology used in this study was a quantitative approach with a pre-experimental
design. Regarding the evaluation instrument, the first four parts of the KET reading test
from Cambridge were used as a pre-test and post-test to assess the students’ reading
comprehension. Moreover, the interventions consisted of ten 90-minute sessions, in which
Reciprocal Teaching with various types of texts was used to enhance learners’ reading
comprehension. These sessions had a pre-while and post-reading lesson plan structure,
where the strategies of questioning, predicting, clarifying, and summarizing of Reciprocal
Teaching were applied. The data was analyzed through IBM´s Statistical Package for the
Social Sciences (SPSS), which showed a mean difference of 3.78 and a significance of p =
0.000 between the pre-test and post-test. These results demonstrate a significant
improvement in students’ reading performance after the application of the strategy.
Reciprocal teaching allowed students to interact with texts more effectively, enhancing
their literal and inferential comprehension, increasing their vocabulary, and improving
their grammatical competence. In addition, this strategy, being collaborative, fostered
group knowledge construction, active learning, and critical thinking through
communication among students. In conclusion, Reciprocal Teaching proved to be an
effective didactic strategy to improve the reading comprehension of university students.
Authentic Material for ESP Purposes and Reading Skills
(Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Pedagogía de los Idiomas Nacionales y Extranjeros, 2025-07-01) Sánchez Rodríguez Daniela Lisbeth; Hernández Chérrez Elsa de los Ángeles; Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Pedagogía de los Idiomas Nacionales y Extranjeros
This research explores the use of authentic materials to improve reading skills in
the context of English for Specific Purposes (ESP), specifically in tourism. The study was
conducted with sixth-semester tourism students from the Facultad de Ciencias Humanas
y de la Educaciòn from Universidad Tecnica de Ambato. This project focused on the B1
level of students to strengthen their reading comprehension through ten classes designed
under the Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) approach. A pre-test and post-test
were applied to measure the students' progress throughout the intervention. Authentic
materials such as travel brochures, tourist articles, and real texts related to tourism were
integrated into the lessons to simulate real professional contexts. Through practical and
collaborative activities, students interacted with these real texts, developing reading
strategies such as Skimming, Scanning, Deducing Meaning, and Inferring Attitude
between language learning and their professional field. The results showed a significant
improvement in the reading skills of tourism students, which shows that the use of
authentic materials not only generates greater motivation and interest but is also effective
for the development of communicative skills in specific contexts. In conclusion, it is
confirmed that the implementation of Authentic Materials in English classes for Specific
Purposes represents a valuable didactic tool. It contributes significantly to significant
learning and enhances students' professional preparation in tourism by providing relevant
and realistic input. The findings support the conclusion of authentic materials as a core
component of ESP instruction, especially when aiming to bridge the gap between
academic English learning and real-life communication needs in specialized fields.
Liderazgo docente y rendimiento académico con los estudiantes de segundo y tercer nivel de la Carrera de Educación Básica de la Universidad Técnica de Ambato
(Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Educación Básica, 2025-07-01) Guevara Punina Keila Andrea; Galindo Castro Mauricio Gabino; Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Educación Básica
The present research aimed to analyze the influence of teacher leadership on the academic
performance of second- and third-level students in the Basic Education program at the Technical
University of Ambato. For data collection, a survey was used as the technique, and a questionnaire
consisting of 10 questions designed using the Likert scale was employed as the instrument. This
questionnaire was administered to the students and validated by experts in the field, ensuring the
reliability of the instrument. The study follows a non-experimental, cross-sectional design, as the
information was collected at a specific point in time without manipulation of the independent
variable. It uses a mixed qualitative-quantitative approach, combining numerical analysis with the
interpretation of perceptions. The research was conducted through both bibliographic and field
modalities, at a descriptive level, characterizing the two variables. The population consisted of 72
students from the Basic Education program. For data analysis, the statistical software SPSS
Statistics was used, allowing for clear and precise results. The findings show that transformational
leadership is the most perceived by students, as it seeks to inspire, motivate, and develop followers
through emotional connection and a shared vision. Conversely, authoritarian leadership is the least
perceived. In conclusion, the teacher plays a fundamental role as a guide in the teaching-learning
process. Their preparation must include not only content mastery ("knowing"), but also the
development of personal and social skills ("being"), and the ability to apply appropriate
methodologies in educational practice ("doing")
Shared Reading Strategy and Vocabulary Acquisition
(Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Pedagogía de los Idiomas Nacionales y Extranjeros, 2025-07-01) Chimba Ronquillo Cristian Xavier; Iza Pazmiño Sarah Jacqueline; Universidad Técnica de Ambato-Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y de la educación -Carrera de Pedagogía de los Idiomas Nacionales y Extranjeros
This research work involved seventh-grade students at Unidad Educativa Santa Mariana
de Jesús. The primary objective was to evaluate how this shared reading strategy could
contribute to vocabulary development in young students. The study included a population
of 26 students, both male and female, aged between 10 and 12. All students participated
in the research, which provided specific and real-world data for analysis. A field research
approach was used to understand the real challenges students face in vocabulary learning.
Furthermore, a pre-experimental design was implemented to structure the interventions
and control variables, ensuring more accurate results. Therefore, this research presented
measurable quantitative results. During the classes, the shared reading strategy was
implemented, combining guided teaching with pair work. The teacher first introduced
reading strategies to facilitate student’s understanding, including interactive activities and
vocabulary comprehension. This was followed by student collaboration through
rereading, encouraging teamwork and active participation. To measure the strategy's
effectiveness, the Cambridge Pre-A1 Starters Test was used. A pretest assessed students'
initial vocabulary and reading comprehension, while a posttest evaluated progress
following the interventions. The results of the assessments were graded on a 10-point
scale. Finally, a significant improvement in vocabulary acquisition was demonstrated. All
students completed both assessments, and the Wilcoxon signed-rank test was used due to
the non-normal distribution of posttest scores. Statistical analysis confirmed a positive
impact of the shared reading strategy. The findings support shared reading as an effective
approach for enhancing students' vocabulary acquisition, emphasizing the value of guided
and collaborative practices in language teaching.