El ajedrez como estrategia pedagógica para el fortalecimiento de los procesos cognitivos

Abstract

Physical Education is generally linked to physical activity only, when disciplines such as chess, which are developed in a cognitive space and can also contribute to improving academic performance in other areas, can also be encouraged. Unfortunately, this sport is not implemented in educational institutions despite its benefits. In this sense, the objective of this research was to know a bibliographic analysis the valuation of chess as part of the strategies that contribute to pedagogical practices. The research method was the bibliographic review, conducted by means of a systematic method based on keywords for the search, and inclusion and exclusion criteria for the selection of researches. The results show that there is concordance in the references regarding the benefits of chess in the academic performance and the development of cognitive skills in the students, including, also at a social and emotional level. The conclusions of the research agree with the suggestions issued by UNICEF, to implement these activities as part of the curriculum at all educational levels, considering its extensive benefits in the academic context. It is observed, however, that it is still necessary to investigate the teaching methods, and the need for Physical Education teachers who want to approach this teaching methods, and the need for Physical Education teachers who want to approach this teaching process, to specialize in the game, as well as in its pedagogy, in order to be able to teach it adequately and, in turn, to make the best possible use of it.