IMPLEMENTATION OF A PEDAGOGICAL MODEL THROUGH PROJECT-BASED LEARNING: IMPACT ON STUDENT MOTIVATION

Abstract

The study analyzes the impact of Project-Based Learning (PBL) on student motivation, highlighting its benefits, challenges, and implementation strategies. Its objective is to examine how this methodology influences student engagement and academic performance through a documentary review. For this purpose, the methodology of Petticrew and Roberts (2006) was used, which allows for the organized and structured analysis of academic information. Seventeen articles in Spanish, English, and Portuguese were collected from databases such as Web of Science, Scopus, and ERIC. The selection of studies followed a process of identification, screening, and quality evaluation, ensuring the relevance and validity of the findings. The results show that PBL fosters autonomy, critical thinking, and collaboration, increasing students' motivation by connecting them to real-world problems. It has also been shown to improve knowledge retention and strengthen problem-solving skills at various educational levels. However, its implementation faces challenges such as the lack of teacher training, resource scarcity, and institutional resistance to change. Furthermore, the need for appropriate evaluation strategies and the adaptation of projects to specific contexts remain key challenges for effective application. The conclusions emphasize that PBL transforms learning by fostering creativity and student engagement, provided there is institutional support and adequate teacher training. It highlights the importance of developing evaluation frameworks aligned with educational standards to accurately measure its impact. Ultimately, PBL represents an opportunity to innovate teaching and improve student motivation, but its implementation requires structured planning, institutional support, and methodologies adapted to each educational level.