University Students' perception of Project Based Learning with the use of technology

Abstract

The objective of this research is to know the perception of university students about a didactic methodology derived from Project Based Learning and mediated by technology. The area of application corresponds to the didactic field. Specifically, the development of linguistic competence and the encouragement of reading from the classroom. The research methodology we have used combines a descriptive approach with a survey design and analyzes the relationship between the observed variables through Pearson's test (r). We designed an experimental situation involving a teaching methodology based on projects and the use of technology, and we asked the students about their perception. The results indicate a high level of satisfaction with the teaching and learning experience. There is a direct relationship between students' affinity with reading and their perception of the method and the technological resource. The conclusions highlight that, in the research context, university students present a high satisfaction with respect to the implementation of active methodologies based on projects by using technology. We have found that the consideration of the students' interests has a direct impact on a positive evaluation of the didactic strategies.