Uso del juego como recurso didáctico en los procesos de enseñanza y aprendizaje: Percepción de profesores del sistema escolar

Play is present in every age range, assuming a very important role in the learning and maturation of children. Play makes a great contribution to social, cognitive and emotional development, in addition to its playful sense, it favors creativity, socialization and school coexistence, especially in early childhood. Objective: This research aims to identify the perception of primary and secondary school teachers regarding play as a didactic resource in the teaching and learning processes. Methodology: Sample composed of 16 teachers from a convenience sample, using semi-structured interviews and focus groups as data collection techniques. The reduction and analysis complied with the following steps: transcription, coding and subsequent categorization. Results: Play is an essential element in the life and education of children, youth and adults. In relation to the above, teachers describe positive sensations and learning through play, being a common factor in the classes of the various school disciplines. Conclusions: The perspective of the educators regarding the use of play is diverse in its application and frequency, however, the notion, relevance and meaning of play as a didactic resource is shared