Actividad tecnológica escolar para la resolución de problemas con tecnología en educación media

Abstract

This thesis analyzes the development of technology-based problem-solving skills in 10th and 11th-grade students through the implementation of a School Technological Activity (STA) focused on the design, construction, and programming of an autonomous vehicle using Arduino. This project, framed within Papert's constructionism (1991), integrates physics, electronics, and programming, providing an interdisciplinary and practical learning experience. The research is conducted with students from Colegio Gimnasio Moderno San Francisco El Tintal in Bogotá. The impact of the STA on students' problem-solving abilities is evaluated, fostering their creativity and innovation. This seeks to answer the question: How does the implementation of an STA, under Bravo's (2019) engineering design methodology, influence the development of technology-based problem-solving skills? The results of this study will contribute to understanding the impact of STAs on the development of technological skills in secondary school students, offering teachers an implementation model that can be adapted to various educational contexts. The project is based on Bravo's (2019) engineering design methodology, which guides students through the different stages of the design process, from problem identification to solution evaluation. Additionally, Polya's problem-solving methodology is utilized, including the steps of understanding the problem, devising a plan, carrying out the plan, and reviewing the solution. The STA is implemented with a qualitative methodological approach, which includes participant observation, field diary analysis, and evaluation of final products. This seeks to understand how the STA promotes creativity, innovation, and the practical application of theoretical concepts. This thesis aims to contribute to the field of technology education by providing an implementation model of an STA that can be adapted to various educational contexts. It is expected that the results of this study will motivate other researchers to explore the potential of educational robotics and emerging technologies in education, and contribute to the formation of competent 21st-century citizens.