The integration of information and communication technologies (icts) in the fifth and sixth grade groups of C.E.B.G el empalme, in school circuit no. 2 of Changuinola Provincia de bocas del toro

Abstract

The integration of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in the fifth and sixth grade groups of C.E.B.G. El Empalme, in School Circuit No. 2 of Changuinola, represents a decisive step toward the modernization of teaching. Their incorporation is not limited to the presence of equipment but implies transforming pedagogical dynamics, promoting participatory and interactive learning. In a region characterized by cultural and social diversity, ICTs become a valuable resource to expand access to information, stimulate motivation, and foster student autonomy. The process faces important challenges such as limited infrastructure, insufficient teacher training, and the absence of digital materials adapted to the national curriculum. However, when these difficulties are overcome, ICTs generate positive impacts. Their use allows students to better understand content, develop communicative and social skills, and strengthen critical thinking through collaborative activities. At the same time, the use of digital platforms and audiovisual resources connects school life with the students’ daily environment, who are already familiar with technology, giving greater relevance and meaning to what is learned. The role of the teacher is crucial, as they act as a mediator who guides toward responsible use of technology, preventing it from being reduced to a recreational end. In conclusion, the experience in El Empalme shows that the integration of ICTs is both possible and beneficial, provided there is institutional support, pedagogical planning, and teacher training, enabling critical, creative, and meaningful learning.