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    “Use of educaplay-ict in teaching English to University students”
    (Ecuador : Pujilí : Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi (UTC), 2025-02) Chimba Almachi, Sandy Abigail; Tigasi Tonato, Sandra Janeth; Tovar Viera, Rodrigo Vicente
    The integration of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in language teaching has transformed methodologies, offering dynamic and interactive learning experiences. This study examines the effectiveness of Educaplay, an ICT-based tool, in the development of receptive skills (listening and reading) in 22 students in the fifth semester of the English major at the Technical University of Cotopaxi, Pujilí extension. A mixed methods approach was used to analyze the Usefulness of Educa Play in english receptive skills. A qualitative descriptive methodology explored the students' perceptions of its usefulness, while a quantitative approach involved administering a receptive skills test at the beginning and end of the research period. For a month, students participated in interactive game activities from Educa play, including word blending exercises, gap-filling tasks, quizzes. The results indicate an improvement in the students' receptive skills; Therefore, greater motivation and commitment was seen due to the Educa gaming platform, which makes learning more enjoyable. The tool allowed autonomous practice, reinforcing understanding through repetition and feedback. However, some students faced minor technical problems, such as connectivity issues and accessibility difficulties, suggesting the need to improve the platform's accessibility features and provide better support to students facing technical problems. This study highlights the potential of ICT-based tools, in particular Educa play, to foster the development of receptive skills. Future research should explore longer periods, evaluate its impact at different levels of proficiency, and compare its effectiveness with other ICT tools.