Development of professional skills through problem-based learning

Abstract

The incidence of the pedagogical intervention about Problem Based Learning based on Active Learning principles in the performance of the grammatical competence didactics in students of the ninth semester of a Bachelor's Degree is determined and analyzed. The research method used was mixed. Quantitative techniques and instruments were applied to explain the relationship between the Active Learning variables and the specific competence through the application and analysis of a t-student test. Is qualitative because it describes and understands the reality inscribed in the classroom from its participants through the application of instruments such as questionnaires, interview guides and field journals. The design is experimental, including a control group and a pre and post test was applied. After the implementation of the strategy, it was demonstrated that the students developed active learning skills and attributes. It is concluded that active learning as a methodology and strategy allows the design, application and evaluation of teaching and learning processes.