Evaluation of skills in the STEM methodology for technical high school students of the Alfonso Quiñonez George Educational Unit
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Introduction. This research aims to address a comprehensive analysis of the educational practices implemented in institutions that adopt the STEAM approach at the technical high school level. Objective. The main objective was to evaluate technical skills in the STEAM methodology for students of the Alfonso Quiñonez Educational Unit. Methodology. The research adopted a quasi-experimental approach, taking advantage of an experience in which students expressed themselves about the perception of their lived experience under a STEAM classroom project. Using a cross-sectional time design, a database was created that was analyzed with SPSS, focusing on evaluating learning outcomes. Based on an inductive method, a survey was used with a matrix of 10 questions structured in Likert scales, validated with a high Cronbach's Alpha of 0.891/1. The sample consisted of 155 high school students who participated in the use of the STEAM methodology during the last two months of the 2023-2024 school year. This approach allowed us to examine how students perceived the use of the methodology, providing valuable information about its benefits and challenges. Results. The research contributes to improving educational practices by identifying the effects of STEAM on teaching and offers perspectives for future research in the educational field. Conclusion. It was concluded that STEAM is perceived as usable and beneficial by high school students. Its use is positively associated with the development of learning skills, highlighting its relevance in contemporary education. General study area: Education Specific study area: Pedagogy Vocational Technical Training.
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