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Introduction. The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way education was developed, which is why it forced the implementation of the virtual modality of science teaching, without ceasing to be an exception Physical Education where teachers found themselves in the need to implement different teaching styles that allowed the development of the new modality applied considering the sub-level of education and other factors. Objective. To determine the application of the most used teaching styles in Physical Education under the virtual education modality and its relationship with the sub-level of education given. Methodology. Proposed study with a quantitative, non-experimental approach of correlational scope with a cross-sectional cut. The study sample was represented by 115 teachers from different educational units in the province of Tungurahua - Ecuador.  The DEMEVI questionnaire was used as an instrument, validated statistically and by expert criteria. Results. It was possible to determine that the most used styles by teachers were the creative and the traditional with which knowledge is imparted to students and that there is a direct relationship between the sub-level of education and the preference of teaching style at a statistical level of P < 0.05. Conclusion. The learning styles with the greatest preference in their application by the teachers were the creative and traditional style considering the sub-level of education given, so it can be deduced that there is a hybridization of teaching styles since these are similar according to the results obtained.

Introduction. Sports gymnastics has been for many years one of the most popular sports in children, as a process of initiation to sports practice, since the importance of this sport is given by the technical skills that children develop, the variety of motor actions, combination of movements and the level of development of physical abilities. Objective. To compare the somatotype of initiation gymnasts from Colombia and Ecuador. Methodology. Non-experimental quantitative study by comparative descriptive scope and of short transversal, applied in a sample of 100 gymnasts subdivided in 2 groups each one of 50 gymnasts from Colombia and Ecuador to which weight, height; folds and bone diameters measurements were collected; following the protocol of the International Society for the development of kinanthropometry. Body mass index (BMI), nutritional status, total body fat and biotype (Endomorphy, Mesomorphy and Ectomorphy) were determined. Results.  Colombian children presented lower values of BMI total body fat, as well as predominance of endomorphy and mesomorphy, compared to Ecuadorian children. Conclusion. Colombian gymnasts have lower body fat than Ecuadorian children, the predominant biotype in Ecuadorian children is mesomorphic, observing a lower endomorphic component the older the age (6 to 7 years).

Within physical activity, an effective tool in pedagogy is the use of recreational activities, being a didactic strategy that generates great benefits for the development of the physical culture subject; focusing on three fundamental aspects in students such as: physical, social, and psychological capacities. Objective: In the present investigation the association of the variable’s recreational activities and the emotional state of the students is analyzed. Methodology: A quantitative approach was used, with a basic purpose of non-experimental design, with a descriptive scope with a method of the hypothetical-deductive theoretical level. In the data collection, the DASS 21 and the survey were used to evaluate each variable in a study sample of 59 students. Results: They were determined using the chi-square statistical test with bilateral asymptotic differentiation at a level of P ≤ 0.05, resulting in a significant statistical value in the level of association between the use of recreational activities and the emotional state of the students. Conclusion: It is concluded that the use of playful activities acts as a protective factor to prevent negative moods from developing in students.

The practice of physical exercise has several benefits in both physical and mental health. Research will focus on the latter. Objective: In this research work, the relationship between physical exercise and the state of mind of high school students of the Educational Unit April 17 of the province of Tungurahua is determined, during the period April-August 2021. Methodology: It is a quantitative, non-experimental, descriptive research with a hypothetical-deductive theoretical level method. For data collection, two instruments were used that made it possible to measure each variable in a study sample of 49 students belonging to the second year of high school. Results: The results of the research were verified through the chi-square test with bilateral asymptotic differentiation at a level of P ≤ 0.05, resulting in a significant statistical value in the level of association between physical exercise and the mood of the students. Conclusion: It is concluded that physical exercise does influence mood. When there is a high or moderate level of physical exercise, the individual's mood will be positive, on the contrary, when there is a low or no level of physical exercise there will be a tendency for negative moods to develop.

Introduction. In the sphere of education, mobile technology has taken on a significant role. There are numerous resources available to help us enhance our talents in areas that we are unfamiliar with. The primary goal of this research is to see how the English Listening and 6 Minute English mobile apps affect listening comprehension development. Objective. The goal of the study is to examine student acceptance of mobile technology as a methodology for learning English and building listening skills by evaluating the efficiency of the mobile apps based on improvements in students' listening skills after two months of use. Methodology. The research was conducted with 63 students from the third year of baccalaureate at the Unidad Educativa Prócer Manuel Quiroga in Santo Domingo City, Ecuador. The researcher employs standardized Pre-test and Post-Test to collect data. Results. The Wilcoxon test was used to assess all the data, and the results showed that the English Listening and 6 Minute English mobile apps had 95 percent favorable effects on the improvement of listening comprehension. Conclusion. Finally, it is concluded that English Listening and 6 Minute English are two mobile applications that teachers may trust and use to help students improve their listening comprehension. These programs offer a wide range of interactive, innovative, and instructive listening activities. Their systems are trustworthy and include accurate information that can be shared in a classroom setting. Based on the findings, teachers should use the English Listening and 6 Minute English mobile apps to help students improve their listening comprehension in English as a foreign language. Because of their originality, content, approach, and interest, these apps provide various and significant benefits to students.

Introduction. The application of teaching methodologies and styles according to the age and interests of the schoolchildren offers the opportunity to encourage their cognitive, motor, language, and socio-affective progress. In initial education minors, promoting their development from the context of Physical Education in online mode continues to be a great challenge. Target. Reflect on the importance of the applicability of the Montessori Methodology in the online Physical Education class at the initial level. Methodology. A descriptive, non-experimental methodology was used, with the use of theoretical and empirical methods. The population was made up of the entire existing universe, made up of students from 3 to 5 years old, parents and teachers of Basic General Education of the Guayaquil Educational Unit. Results.1 The importance of the applicability of the Montessori Methodology is systematized at the initial level for the development of Physical Education classes in online mode. 2. It became evident that there are difficulties for the development of Physical Education classes through the online modality, among other aspects because not all teachers master the methodology and adequate forms of teaching in this modality and, on the other hand, because the students who integrating this level manifest demotivation, fear of carrying out activities in online mode, as well as difficulties with connectivity and access to technology for which they require family support. 3. It is necessary to train teachers and parents on the use of the Montessori methodology. Conclusions. The Montessori Methodology is essential for the development of Physical Education classes in online mode, it allows reducing the existing gaps between the level of competencies of teachers and parents and at the same time stimulates the participation of students in the classes.

Introduction. The level of teachers' digital competences delimits the level of application of learning strategies in the students of Physical Education since the knowledge and management of technology and informatics makes the teacher present dynamic and diverse ways of teaching. Objective. It was proposed to determine the degree of incidence of the level of digital competences in a group of teachers on the application of learning strategies stated by university students of Physical Education. Methodology. Study of quantitative approach of non-experimental research type, of correlational scope with a cross-sectional cut, carried out through the survey technique specifically 2 questionnaires statistically validated and by expert criteria (Questionnaire of teachers' digital competences and questionnaire of learning strategies) applied in a sample of 25 teachers and each one with a group of university students in training of Physical Education, with a total of 1002 individuals. Results. The highest percentage of the teachers under study were found to be at a B2 level of digital competencies and their students determined that these were at a high level of application of teaching strategies, obtaining a statistical relationship between the variables at a level of P<0.05. Conclusion. The analysis and data collection concluded that, indeed those teachers with an advanced digital competence level, have a high level of application of learning strategies in university students of physical education training.

Because emotions exert great influence on our lives, several researchers have focused their work on how we regulate our emotional states to facilitate conflict resolution and adaptation to the environment. Objective: The present study to establish the relationship between emotional intelligence and resilience in the leveling students of the Faculty of Human Sciences and Education of the Technical University of Ambato. Methodology: The research has a mixed approach, correlational descriptive level and documentary, bibliographic and field modality virtual modality. Contributions: After analysis and interpretation, the results show that both the dimensions of emotional intelligence (clarity, attention and repair) correlate with the dimensions of resilience (personal satisfaction, equanimity, self-confidence, feeling good alone, perseverance), as they obtain a bilateral significance of less than 0.05. Conclusion: It is concluded that predominated the appropriate level of emotional intelligence. Similarly predominated high level of resilience. No differences were found in terms of gender and age. In conclusion emotional intelligence influences the resilience of students from the Technical University of Ambato.

Introduction. This research is focused on the cantón Baños, where is considered that the melcocha is entirely part of the gastronomy because there are different designs, shapes, textures, sizes, colors and flavors. For this reason, it is possible to characterize this product as a very versatile one, and at the same time it is possible to achieve great objectives with it and generate something new and unique that attracts tourists, achieving that it can be managed and increased sales due to the attraction that is produced in one of the most touristic cities in Ecuador. Objective. Generate an experiential tourism proposal based on a melcochas route as a gastronomic product of cantón Baños. Methodology. Descriptive research is developed, which is based mainly on describing characteristics, compiling and highlighting the qualities of this phenomenon, because it is desired to highlight the gastronomic value that the melcocha of the cantón Baños has and generate a basis to attract the attention of the tourist and motivate them to carry out an experiential tourism. Results. The melcocha is a sweet representative of the city, because it will come to define the qualities of both experiential tourism in the experience for tourists who want to know the process of this delicacy. Conclusion. The gastronomic routes focus as a priority the idea of this new type of tourism based on unforgettable experiences that promote tourism in the city.

Introduction. This research focuses on the study of the major festival of the Santiago de Píllaro canton, called "La Diablada Pillareña", which was declared as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Ecuador, therefore, its importance is considerable for its inhabitants. However, after the arrival of the covid-19 pandemic, which unleashed the abrupt interruption of social and cultural events, this festival was canceled, causing upset and discontent in the Píllaro community that awaits its reactivation. Objective. Socialize the results of the relationship of the Covid-19 pandemic and the Diablada Pillareña festival. Methodology. The development of the research will be mixed, due to the desire to be part of the traditional festival of Diablada Pillareña and live it in all its different forms, putting the health and safety of both the tourist and its inhabitants first, thus promoting tourism development and the rescue of the intangible cultural heritage of the canton Santiago de Píllaro. Results. The Diablada Pillareña is essential in the economic, cultural and tourist development of the Píllaro canton, being almost entirely the entrepreneurs and artisans who trust this festival to create, innovate and commercialize their products or services, creating safe alternatives to tourist entertainment during the pandemic. Conclusion. The Diablada Pillareña forges a bond of cultural identity with the Píllaro’s population, likewise, supports economic and tourist growth, so it is necessary to know other ways to live the festival safely during the pandemic.