Promoting innovation and entrepreneurial creativity as a strategy to solve problems in the school environment
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https://doi.org/10.71112/ccqcev58Keywords:
educational innovation, entrepreneurial creativity, meaningful learning, school participation, sustainable developmentAbstract
This study analyzes the promotion of innovation and entrepreneurial creativity as a strategy for solving school problems in public institutions in the Naranjal canton, Guayas province, Ecuador. A mixed-method, sequential explanatory approach was applied, combining quantitative measurements of creative and entrepreneurial competencies with interviews and focus groups to explore teacher and student perceptions. The intervention was based on the Design Thinking methodology, developing projects that addressed real challenges facing the educational community. The results showed significant improvements in competencies such as idea generation, problem-solving, and collaborative work, along with increased student motivation and active participation. The qualitative analysis highlighted the importance of contextualizing learning within local problems and the need for ongoing teacher training to sustain changes. Overall, the findings confirm that innovation and creative entrepreneurship are effective tools for transforming learning, improving school climate, and contributing to sustainable development, supporting educational innovation policies in Ecuador.
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