Vol. 10 (2026): Identidad Bolivariana: 1era Edición Especial
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Tiktok as a Tool for Enhancing Reading Skill in Students with Attention Deficit

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Lissette Vanessa Cedeño Moran
Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador
Johnny Segundo Campoverde Lopez
Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador
Josué Reinaldo Bonilla Tenesaca
Universidad Bolivariana del Ecuador

Published 2026-05-19

Keywords

  • Reading,
  • deficit,
  • students,
  • tool,
  • TikTok

How to Cite

Tiktok as a Tool for Enhancing Reading Skill in Students with Attention Deficit. (2026). Identidad Bolivariana, 10, 265-275. https://doi.org/10.37611/IB10ol265-275

Abstract

This research analyzes the use of TikTok as an educational tool to improve reading skills in students with attention deficit. Reading comprehension tests, observation records, and perception questionnaires were applied before and after an intervention based on interactive, subtitled, and pedagogically structured microcontent. The results showed significant increases in reading comprehension, sustained attention, motivation, and autonomy in the experimental group compared to the control group. The combination of traditional strategies, such as guided reading, with carefully designed digital content enhances information retention and strengthens linguistic skills. Additionally, the possibility of reviewing videos repeatedly, along with the implementation of pauses and immediate feedback, supports self-regulated learning and reduces cognitive overload. The findings highlight the importance of teacher training to effectively integrate TikTok into educational settings and ensure validated content. This study demonstrates that, when used with pedagogical planning and professional supervision, TikTok can become a valuable complementary resource, promoting active reading and motivation in students with attention deficit, contributing to educational innovation and the development of reading competencies.

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