Universidad Ciencia y Tecnología

Academic stress as a predictor of student performance: A factorial investigation in university contexts

2025-04-29T23:35:53+00:00

This study examines academic stress as a predictor of university student performance through exploratory factor analysis. Quantitative data revealed three primary stress dimensions: (1) academic overload and social climate, encompassing workload intensity, perceived performance, negative interactions, and participation challenges; (2) teaching methodology and content relevance, reflecting instructional inadequacies and perceived curriculum value; and (3) evaluation anxiety, related to examinations and public presentations. The analysis determined that teaching-related elements significantly predict stress among students with specific sociodemographic profiles. These findings establish academic stress as a multidimensional construct with meaningful implications for educational outcomes in higher education, highlighting the need for targeted institutional interventions addressing these distinct stress factors.

Impact of remote work in Peru: benefits and limitations for the labor sector

2025-04-25T23:55:59+00:00

This article seeks to demonstrate the impact of remote work available in Peru as a result of the restrictions generated by the COVID-19 pandemic and the benefits that have been obtained in the labor productivity of all workers in both the public and private sectors. In that sense, this research highlights the great benefits and limitations that have arisen during the implementation of remote work and its favorable impact on the performance of workers in our country. Likewise, it was found that remote work and its success is linked to the correct use of information technologies, as well as the timely training of workers on the new forms and existing work tools.

Teaching experience in competency-based assessment supported by ChatGPT

2025-05-01T23:58:33+00:00

In this work, the evaluations of university students on the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) with ChatGPT in evaluation activities developed in different subjects and its contribution to the development of competencies with an ethical approach were analyzed. A quantitative, exploratory and descriptive methodology was used. The information was collected with a Likert scale survey applied to 494 students of the Basic Education career, whose answers were processed with Excel and SPSS. The results obtained show a predominant positive impact, highlighting the management of scientific information, feedback and the improvement of learning. Critical areas are collaboration, interlearning, clear expression of ideas, and academic dishonesty, indicating the need to strengthen AI-assisted assessment practices. It is concluded that its use is subject to improvement and should be oriented towards training purposes, promoting ethical, collaborative and contextualized learning.

Impact of the use of artificial intelligence tools on efficiency and time management in teaching planning

2025-05-01T23:58:11+00:00

Artificial intelligence has the potential to simplify teaching tasks by improving the efficiency of lesson planning. In this work, the relationship between the appropriate use of artificial intelligence and the improvement of time in teaching planning in higher education was evaluated. A quantitative approach methodology was used, with a pre-test-post-test experimental design with a single group with a convenience sample of 86 university professors. The results allowed us to identify the positive relationships between data analysis and curriculum design, as well as automation and evaluation, and personalization and resources, through Pearson's hypothesis test a level of Sig. (bilateral) of 0.00 was obtained, accepting that there is a positive relationship between the use of artificial intelligence and teaching planning. This confirms that the appropriate use of smart tools can be of great value for academic management.

Toxoplasmosis in blood and its incidence in infants who maintain contact with domestic animals

2025-05-21T00:01:56+00:00

In this study, the incidence of toxoplasmosis in children from different social groups who are related to domestic animals, especially cats, was studied. A quantitative, descriptive, non-experimental methodology was used, using non-probabilistic convenience sampling. Home visits were made to collect information on hygiene practices and the presence of cats in the homes. The data were analyzed using the Chi-square test to evaluate the relationship between the variables. The main results revealed a high incidence of toxoplasmosis in the child population studied, especially in those who lived with this type of animal, which is very common at home. These findings underline the need to implement preventive strategies in areas with high exposure and to promote hygiene education at home.

Design of a Scale of Attitudes Towards Gamification in the University Classroom: A Pilot Study

2025-05-22T00:02:25+00:00

The objective of this study was to design and validate the Scale of Attitudes towards Gamification in the University Classroom to measure the perception of educators regarding the utilization of gamification strategies in higher education. An initial scale comprising 61 items was developed based on a comprehensive literature review, and content validity analysis was conducted through the evaluation of 8 experts. Subsequently, a pilot test was administered to 34 university professors. Content validity analysis revealed that the majority of items exhibited Aiken V-values within the 95% confidence interval, with the exception of 5 items that necessitated removal. The whole scale demonstrated high reliability values (α = 0.980, ω = 0.982).

Epidemiological profile of Chagas disease in young pregnant women in Ecuador

2025-05-30T00:03:29+00:00

Chagas disease is a chronic parasitic infection endemic in several regions of Latin America. It is caused by Trypanosoma cruzi and is transmitted mainly by triatomines. A descriptive and cross-sectional study was conducted with a sample of 235 pregnant women between 15 and 35 years of age. The data were processed in Excel and SPSS, and a descriptive statistical analysis and significance tests were used to determine the associations between sociodemographic variables and positive cases. The prevalence of Chagas disease in pregnant women was 3.8%, with nine positive cases and a higher frequency in those who lived in rural areas. It was concluded that, although the prevalence is low, pregnant women in rural areas have a higher risk of exposure to vectors. Therefore, it is crucial to improve diagnostic and screening strategies in pregnant women, especially in these areas, to reduce mother-to-child transmission of the disease.

Analysis of Recreational Specialization in Birdwatchers and Its Influence on Ornithological Ecotourism in the Chaviña Wetlands

2025-05-22T00:02:02+00:00

This study aimed to evaluate the level of recreational specialization among birdwatchers engaging in ornithological ecotourism in the Chaviña wetlands. Using a quantitative, descriptive, non-experimental design, researchers administered questionnaires to birdwatchers and documented their activities across three ecotourism routes within the wetland. Results indicated that 67 birdwatchers demonstrated excellent behavioral standards, while only 19 exhibited high commitment levels. The findings suggest that recreational specialization among birdwatchers represents a viable foundation for developing ornithological ecotourism in the Chaviña wetlands.