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ABP proposal to consolidate proportionality in engineering education: Experience in the construction of access ramps

Year: 2026

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: The difficulty in learning mathematics is a widely discussed topic and the subject of various studies.This issue, present at all educational levels, also affects university life.Therefore, the purpose of this research is to propose a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) activity that allows students not only to apply their prior knowledge in solving a challenging situation but also to find it highly motivating.The participants were first-year students from a private university in Lima, Peru, enrolled in a Mathematics for Engineering leveling course.As a result, the students were able to infer and apply basic mathematical concepts, such as proportion and the Pythagorean theorem.In addition, all student groups designed a technically viable proposal based on national regulations.Finally, a transition from an arithmetic handling of percentages to proportional reasoning concerning the variation between quantities (height vs. length) was observed.Furthermore, the students became aware of the need for spaces for people with reduced mobility.

Source: LACCEI International Multi-Conference for Engineering, Education and Technology (LACCEI)

DOI: 10.18687/laccei2026.1.1.2469

Authors: Ray Wladimir Flores Manghiert, Cristian Félix Rojas Huamán, Julia Lizet Torres Rivera, Katia Vigo Ingar, Carlos Javier Vicente De Tomas

Institution: Universidad Nacional del Callao

Language: English

Topic: Problem and Project Based Learning

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Quality education, Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W7197041064