Didactics applied in the teaching-learning of English at Bluefields Indian & Caribbean University

Abstract

This article analyzes the didactics applied in the teaching-learning of English at the A2 level at Bluefields Indian & Caribbean University’s main campus, located in the city of Bluefields, on the Caribbean Coast of Nicaragua. The aim of the study was to examine the effectiveness of the teaching strategies implemented, assess the instructors’ competencies, and outline an improvement plan. The research, with a mixed approach and descriptive design, included a purposive sample of 86 students and 5 English teachers. Surveys, interviews, focus groups, and direct observations were used for data collection. Quantitative data were analyzed using SPSS version 27 with descriptive statistics (frequencies and percentages), while qualitative data were processed through thematic coding, complementing the interpretation with methodological triangulation. The findings indicated that, although the strategies and materials are functional, they do not always correspond to the students' needs or the educational objectives. The study identified gaps in teaching competencies, especially in the application of communicative approaches and the use of technology. Based on these results, a strategic plan was designed incorporating active methodologies, technological resources, and student-centered planning, aimed at improving teaching skills and learning outcomes. The study concludes that a well-structured, relevant, and contextualized teaching strategies can transform the educational experience in diverse sociocultural settings.