Educational robotics to enhance the development of technological skills

Perez-Argollo K.; Daishy Casa-Coila M.; Sosa-Gutierrez F.; Digna Alvarado-Cornejo D.; Olivia Phuño-Cahuana C.; Jhojana Calsina-Aroquipa M. · Proceedings of the LACCEI international Multi-conference for Engineering, Education and Technology (2026) · DOI: 10.18687/laccei2026.1.1.2673

Resumen

Strengthening technological skills in the education sector is a fundamental necessity in the context of digital transformation, especially where access to technology remains limited. In this regard, the objective of this study was to determine the effect of educational robotics on the development of technological skills among elementary school students. A quantitative approach was used, employing a single-group preexperimental design with pre- and post-tests, on a census sample of 110 students from a public elementary school in the department of Puno, Peru. The intervention consisted of implementing an educational robotics program based on practical, collaborative activities and basic programming, using a validated and reliable assessment tool. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics and nonparametric tests, specifically the Wilcoxon test and the Mann-Whitney U test. The results showed a significant increase in the overall level of technological skills, rising from a mean of 9.05 on the pretest to 14.65 on the posttest (p < 0.05), as well as improvements across all dimensions, with no significant differences by gender. It is concluded that educational robotics constitutes an effective, inclusive, and relevant pedagogical strategy for strengthening technological skills in education, making it a valid alternative for systematic incorporation into the school curriculum.

Instituciones: Universidad Nacional del Altiplano