Motivation in the context of the teaching-learning process in technical high school in Ecuador post COVID-19

Abstract

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many young people left their formal studies to work and help their families, many want to return and finish their studies, for them the technical baccalaureate is presented as an option, although some do not want to return and find the old ways of teaching, for this the teachers need a new vision with a lot of motivation, which helps them in the teaching-learning process, to produce in the students the conscious and desired execution of the activities. This article assesses motivation in the context of the teaching-learning process in the Technical Baccalaureate of the Baños Educational Unit in the Province of Tungurahua-Ecuador, identifying the essential elements of motivation and reflecting on the factors that affect the student. As well as those elements that must be considered when facing the teaching activity. The concern of directors and teachers in the curricular design that offers alternatives of action to teachers is addressed, where motivation towards the profession chosen as a social order is included, asserting that future technical professionals must be well motivated when choosing these careers. It is necessary for teachers to develop a strong professional motivation during the teaching-learning process, maintaining a positive emotional attitude with a deep and well-oriented knowledge towards students. To boost academic performance, elements such as motivation, study methods that use new technological trends, and good teacher training must be used.