Educational Assessment, a Tool to improve the Academic Performance of fourth year high school Students
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Educational assessment in elementary education can be an effective tool for transforming traditional pedagogical practices by promoting more meaningful learning adapted to the individual needs of students in a dynamic and constantly evolving educational context. This study investigates the impact of educational assessment on the academic performance and motivation of students in the fourth year of Elementary General Basic Education in a rural Ecuadorian educational unit. Deficiencies were identified in traditional evaluative practices, which focused on memorization and did not encourage critical thinking and creativity. A formative evaluation strategy was designed and implemented based on playful and participatory activities, such as role-playing, contests and field expeditions, focused on self-evaluation and feedback. The sample included 20 students, 7 teachers and a director of the Intercultural Bilingual Educational Unit "Hercilio Pianchiche Orejuela". Pretest and posttest results were compared using nonparametric tests, which provided statistical evidence of significant improvements in students' motivation and academic performance, with a notable increase in the "Consistent" and "Advanced" levels. The expert evaluation validated the feasibility, relevance and flexibility of the strategy, with a concordance coefficient of 0.9, although improvements in gamification and the use of local materials were suggested. The study concluded that the implementation of innovative and participatory educational assessments can significantly improve students' motivation and academic performance.
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Dairon Cimarron-Tapuyo, Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador sede Guayaquil - Ecuador
https://orcid.org/0009-0005-8158-6350
“My name is Dairon Cimarron Tapuyo, I am 42 years old, and I currently hold a third-level degree, a Bachelor´s in Basic Education. I have 16 years of experience in Teaching. I am now pursuing a master´s degree to continue improving my Teaching skills.
My mission is to educate children with values, virtues, and the ability to develop independently in life. I chose Educational Evaluation as a tool to Improve the Academic Performance of Fourth- Years Students in General Basic Education. This topic is very impórtant because it aims to improve the Quality of Student Learning, as children often have low grades on evaluations administered by teachers. Perhaps parents do not help their children with homework at home, which is concerning for teachers when children do not change their attitude.”
Luis Rodrigo Shiguango-Tanguila, Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador sede Guayaquil - Ecuador
http://orcid.org/0009-0008-2967-1680
Graduate in science of Intercultural Bilingual education, teacher at the Intercultural Bilingual community educational unit “Gonzalo David Avilez Tanguila” My career in the field of educational research has focused on educational evaluation as a key tool to improve the academic performance of students. fourth year basic education students.
Keila Ketty Herrera-Rivas, Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador - Ecuador
https://orcid.org/0009-0003-1915-1263
PhD in Pedagogical Sciences, master´s Degree in Curriculum Design, research professor acredited by SENESCYT. Director of R+D research projects 0f community development, external collaborator of multidisciplinary Projects, teacher and advisor of undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral degree projects.
Arián Vázquez-Álvarez , Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador sede Durán - Ecuador
https://orcid.org/0009-0001-8605-491X
Arian Vázquez Álvarez is an educator and mathematician with a distinguished international career in Cuba and Ecuador. He graduated in Education with a specialization in Mathematics and Computer Science in Cuba, and has earned two master's degrees in Mathematics Education and Educational Sciences, as well as completing a Doctorate in Education in Argentina. He is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Pedagogical Sciences in Mexico. He has held key roles, including Institutional Rector in Ecuador and Mathematics Professor for the Ministry of Education. Currently, he is a faculty member, part of the coordination team for the Master’s program in Basic Education, and a Thesis Director at the Bolivarian University of Ecuador, standing out for his commitment to educational improvement and his influence in shaping future educators.
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