Neurociencia, una aliada para mejorar la educación

Abstract

Introduction: the dynamic post-COVID-19 era, driven by technological advancements and new realities, has spurred a multitude of social transformations. Education, as a fundamental sphere, has embraced innovative disciplines to enhance pedagogical strategies, among which educational neuroscience stands out. This field is of paramount importance for the future of healthcare professionals, equipping them with the necessary skills to thrive in an interconnected and ever-evolving world. Objectives: this study aims to gauge the knowledge of educational neuroscience among faculty members of the Medicine Career at the esteemed Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Cuenca, from September 2022 to July 2023. Methods: A quantitative-descriptive study was conducted with a randomized sample of 149 teachers. A validated survey, customized for this research, was administered through the Google Forms platform. Results: The findings reveal a moderate level of knowledge and practices in educational neuroscience among the faculty (mean score of 0.837 for knowledge and 0.7128 for practices). Remarkably, 78.23% of teachers exhibited a significant acceptance of neuromyths. Notably, a statistically significant correlation was found between overall knowledge and the educational level of the respondents (p = 0.000). Conclusions: The majority of faculty members in the Medicine Career possess substantial knowledge and practices related to educational neuroscience. However, it is crucial to address the prevalence of false beliefs about learning among a notable proportion of educators. These findings emphasize the importance of continuous professional development and targeted training in educational neuroscience for educators.