Los espacios interiores en la educación básica y su relación con las actividades de enseñanza, aprendizaje y recreación de la Unidad Educativa Jijón Caamaño y Flores en la provincia de Imbabura en el cantón San Miguel De Urcuquí

Abstract

This research project analyses the influence of the interior spaces of the Jijón Caamaño y Flores Educational Unit in the San Miguel de Urcuquí district, examining the processes of teaching, learning and recreation. The research was conducted using a mixed-methods approach that combines technical measurements of ventilation, lighting, and thermal comfort with qualitative observations, spatial record sheets, and surveys completed by students, teachers, and administrative staff. The findings show that, although the institution maintains a strong pedagogical commitment and an educational culture based on values and respect, its interior spaces have environmental and functional limitations that affect the well-being and performance of users. The main findings are irregular levels of illuminance in many classrooms, inadequate ventilation in most areas, furniture with ergonomic deficiencies, and layouts that do not optimise collaboration. The perceptions of students and teachers point to the effects of the physical environment, which strongly impact motivation, concentration, and daily pedagogical dynamics. Based on the results, a catalogue of interior design guidelines was developed based on the diagnosis, organised into architectural, ergonomic, functional and pedagogical areas. This catalogue is therefore an applied and scalable product containing technical criteria, graphic diagrams and guidelines that help to optimise interior spaces without major structural interventions. It serves as a framework for continuous process improvement, contributing to enhancing the quality of educational environments and students' learning experiences.