Digital interactive resources in the interlearning process in the study of accounting

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Maria Alejandra Zuñiga Alvarado
Cristian Gilberto Méndez Medrano

Abstract

This study aims to examine the effect of digital interactive resources on the interlearning process in accounting among ninety students in the third semester of the Accounting degree program. It employs both quantitative and qualitative methods. It surveyed third-semester students using digital interactive technologies. Descriptive statistics, analysis of clustering, matrix analysis (IPMA), and correlation analysis were used in the study. The analysis emphasizes that students use technologies such as simulators, accounting software, and gamified platforms in classroom activities. These tools help motivate students, teach concepts, promote teamwork, and develop practical skills. Results show a high perceived effectiveness of digital interactive resources in motivation 72%, meaningful learning 68% and collaborative interlearning 80%. Further, cluster and correlation indicate a strong relationship between perceived professional relevance and learning performance (rho= 0.87, p < 0.01). Besides, in relation to the theoretical basis of social constructivism of Vygotsky and the Zone of Proximal Development, social interaction is a determining factor in learning. As a conclusion, the use of digital interactive resources optimizes the accounting education and prepares the students for the demands of today’s job market.

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Zuñiga Alvarado, M. A., & Méndez Medrano, C. G. (2026). Digital interactive resources in the interlearning process in the study of accounting. ECOCIENCIA Scientific Journal, 13(2), 139–155. Retrieved from https://revistas.ecotec.edu.ec/index.php/ecociencia/article/view/1205
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Author Biographies

Maria Alejandra Zuñiga Alvarado, Universidad Politécnica Salesiana

Magíster en Administración de Empresas. Docente en la Universidad Politécnica Salesiana Sede Guayaquil.

Cristian Gilberto Méndez Medrano, Universidad Politécnica Salesiana

Magíster en Educación con mención en la enseñanza de las matemáticas. Docente de la Universidad Estatal de Guayaquil.

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