Use of technological tools for spatial development and laterality in three-year-old children: An experimental study in early childhood education

The development of laterality and spatial skills in early childhood is essential for achieving adequate interaction with the environment. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between the use of technological tools, specifically the educational application Wordwall, and the strengthening of these skills in three-year-old children. The research was structured using a mixed approach, combining quantitative and qualitative methods, within an experimental-correlational design accompanied by participant observation. Forty-five children from two Child Development Centers located in Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas, Ecuador, participated. Tools such as SPSS v.25 and Atlas.ti v.9 were used to analyze the data obtained. The results showed that 98% of the children exhibited right-sided dominance, with a clear preference for visual learning. From a qualitative perspective, notable improvements were observed in body coordination, anticipation of actions, and spatial orientation. Based on these findings, it is concluded that the use of Wordwall, complemented by face-to-face activities, represents a valuable strategy for enhancing psychomotor development in early childhood.