Uso de tecnologías móviles y aplicaciones interactivas como estrategia para el refuerzo de las Ciencias Naturales en educación básica

In the digital era, mobile technologies and interactive applications have emerged as key tools to enrich learning in various areas of knowledge. In Ecuador, the digital divide persists, especially in basic education, which limits equitable access to these innovative resources. However, in the context of natural sciences, these applications have the potential to offer immersive experiences that facilitate the understanding of complex concepts through visual and hands-on interactions. The objective of this study is to evaluate how mobile technologies can enhance learning in the natural sciences, identifying suitable applications to optimize educational processes in an uneven digital environment. A quantitative and documentary approach, with a non-experimental and descriptive design, was used to select and analyze three apps: Plickers, ARFlashcards and Object Viewer, through a technical and educational record that assessed their characteristics and functionalities. The results show that, although these applications offer a high educational potential, their effective implementation in Ecuadorian classrooms requires overcoming challenges such as the lack of adequate technological infrastructure and appropriate pedagogical support to ensure successful integration and a positive impact on teaching.