The Future of Education

The present study intends to analyze the answers given by a group of students regarding the evaluation of this curricular unit which aimed to lead students to reflect on their learning process. The results, both at the general scale and at the level of the subscales, point to a high internal consistency. It was found for the most part, higher scores. There are statistically significant differences in some scales taking into account demographic variables. The values of the means obtained for each variable showed a clear agreement and a moderate / high consensus. This leads us to say that this curricular unit had a positive impact, both in the way these students worked on it and in the way, they will approach the other Curricular Units that are part of the course.

Keywords: Online learning, Higher Education, Pedagogical support.

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