El aprendizaje colaborativo en el desempeño académico de los estudiantes de sexto y séptimo grado “A” de Educación General Básica de la Unidad Educativa “El sembrador intercultural bilingüe”, de la ciudad de Latacunga

Abstract

The objective of this research was to investigate collaborative learning and academic performance among sixth and seventh grade "A" students of Basic General Education at the "El Sembrador Intercultural Bilingual" Educational Unit in the city of Latacunga. A mixed approach was employed, with a bibliographicdocumentary and field modality, an exploratory and descriptive level, and a non-experimental design. The line of research focused on social and educational behavior. The population consisted of 26 students and 2 teachers from the intermediate sublevel.The survey technique was applied using the corresponding instrument, a "questionnaire," directed at the students. An interview was also conducted using its instrument, another "questionnaire," both of which were reviewed and evaluated by two experts in the field. The study concludes that collaborative learning positively influences the teaching-learning process, consequently enhancing academic performance. It promotes the development of students' social and communication skills and contributes to a more constructivist and dynamic education. Although teachers implement this strategy across various subjects, it is crucial for them to receive the necessary training and resources to further support the development of skills among students. It can be evidenced through the obtained resultsthat the students demonstrate greater preparation when being evaluated, which results in an improvement in their grades.