Experiencias docentes sobre el uso de las tecnologías de la información y comunicación en el proceso de aprendizaje en educación media

Abstract

The present research work is situated in the field of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), with emphasis on knowing the teaching experiences regarding the use of these tools in Middle Education. This particular problem has been the object of much research due to its implications in the school and professional practice of teachers. The methodology is based on a qualitative approach with a phenomenological design, with the participation of nine teachers belonging to three schools (public, fiscal and fiscal) of Cuenca and Cañar selected through a non-probabilistic convenience sampling. Semi-structured interview were conducted and thematic analysis was used to analyze the information collected. Among the experiences found, there is evidence of an exposed, sensitive, vulnerable and confused teaching staff, facing feelings of anguish, stress, embarrassment, fear and uncertainty in the face of the unknown. However, for all teachers, ICT proved to be a positive experience once they were able to define their teaching objectives. The importance of training, research, willingness to explore and risk this new range of possibilities allowed the transition from ICT to LKT (Learning and Knowledge Technologies) and finally, to PET (Empowerment and Participation Technologies).