Psycho-pedagogical evaluation of inquiry strategies and their impact on the development of scientific skills in initial teacher training in primary education

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https://doi.org/10.70577/asce.v5i2.843

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Psychopedagogy; pedagogical mediation; inquiry-based learning; scientific skills; metacognitive development.

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Study aimed at evaluating, from a psychopedagogical perspective, the inquiry strategies implemented in initial teacher training and their perceived impact on the development of scientific skills. The research was conducted using a quantitative approach, with a non-experimental, descriptive, cross-sectional design. The sample consisted of 54 third- and fourth-year students enrolled in the bachelor’s degree in Primary Education and 18 teachers from the Faculty of Education Sciences at the Azuero Regional University Center, University of Panama. The results show a predominantly high and very high assessment of the level of psycho-pedagogical mediation, the contribution of inquiry to metacognitive development, and the strengthening of scientific skills such as critical thinking, argumentation, and problem solving. Its impact on the meaningful construction of knowledge and the self-regulation of learning is recognized. Challenges related to the systematic nature of its implementation and the need to consolidate more structured training support processes are identified. It is concluded that inquiry, integrated from intentional psycho-pedagogical mediation, constitutes a strategic axis for strengthening initial teacher training and promoting the comprehensive development of scientific competencies in Primary Education.

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Published

2026-05-20

How to Cite

Dídimo Bernal, J. (2026). Psycho-pedagogical evaluation of inquiry strategies and their impact on the development of scientific skills in initial teacher training in primary education. ANNALS SCIENTIFIC EVOLUTION, 5(2), 1582–1604. https://doi.org/10.70577/asce.v5i2.843

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