Prácticas Bilingues Efectivas Optimizadoras en el Proceso de Aprendizaje del Inglés.

Abstract

In the current educational context, learning English is recognized as a fundamental skill for accessing knowledge and engaging in global interaction; however, significant limitations still persist in basic education, especially regarding oral expression. Based on classroom observations and initial assessments, factors such as shyness, fear of making mistakes, limited vocabulary, and the use of traditional grammar-centered methodologies were identified as negatively affecting students’ participation and communicative development. In response to this issue, the main objective of the study was to evaluate the impact of playful-pedagogical strategies on strengthening communicative practices in English. To achieve this, a proposal based on dynamic activities such as role-playing, collaborative work, and digital tools was designed and implemented, aiming to promote meaningful language use in contexts connected to students’ realities. The research was conducted under a qualitative approach using the action research method. Surveys, field journals, and classroom observations were used to document the process. The participants consisted of 39 students between 10 and 11 years old. The results show that playful-pedagogical strategies increase motivation, reduce language anxiety, and strengthen skills such as oral expression, listening comprehension, and students’ confidence to participate in communicative activities.