Level Up: Juego de Mesa Interactivo para la Enseñanza de la Educación Sexual.

Abstract

This research and development project aims to design an interactive board game to strengthen sexual education learning processes among young people aged 18 to 21 in the Chapinero district of Bogotá. The proposal arises from the need to explore alternative pedagogical strategies that address sexuality through participatory, dynamic methodologies closely aligned with youth experiences, moving beyond traditional approaches focused solely on information transmission.

The study was conducted using a qualitative approach with a descriptive and projective scope, employing an applied research design focused on creating a concrete solution to a social problem. Data collection methods included semi-structured interviews, diagnostic surveys, a review of local initiatives, and a comparative analysis of existing educational games. These processes allowed for the identification of young people's perceptions, needs, and interests regarding sexual education and their preferences in play-based learning experiences.

Based on the findings, the interactive board game Level Up: Sex Without Mysteries was designed, integrating content related to sexual and reproductive rights, consent, prevention of sexually transmitted infections, and responsible decision-making. During the prototyping and initial validation phase, it became evident that, although the educational content was relevant, the game's dynamics did not reach the expected level of interaction and entertainment, and were perceived as lacking dynamism by the participants.

These results highlighted the importance of the iterative process inherent in research and creation, in which prototype evaluation is a fundamental input for redesigning and improving the proposal. The project offers insights into the role of design as a pedagogical tool and demonstrates the potential of interactive board games to create meaningful learning experiences in sex education.