The use of outdoor activities to teach mathematical concepts
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https://doi.org/10.62305/alcon.v5i1.408Keywords:
math; innovation; education; nature; learningAbstract
Education has the power to transform lives, and its effectiveness depends largely on the methodologies used. In developed countries, outdoor learning has been shown to be an effective tool for improving students' academic performance and emotional well-being. This research focused on the implementation of outdoor classes at the Juan Montalvo School, located in the province of Guayas, with the aim of teaching mathematics in an interactive and practical way. For one week, 40 primary school students participated in activities designed to facilitate the understanding of mathematical concepts through contact with nature. The results showed a positive impact: 72% of students reported a better understanding of the concepts, and 55% noticed an improvement in their productivity. In addition, 75% expressed satisfaction with this methodology, although some pointed out annoyances related to the environment, such as noise or weather conditions. In terms of academic performance, 55% of students obtained grades of 10 and 22% achieved a 9, which shows the effectiveness of the approach. Despite some challenges, the results highlight the value of innovative methods to optimize learning in complex subjects such as mathematics.
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