Students' research skills: a systematic review article
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investigative skills, skills, strategiesAbstract
The main objective of this article was to analyze research skills in students, using a systematic review under the PRISMA protocol. For data collection, inclusion criteria were established that considered articles published between 2021 and 2025 in recognized databases such as Scopus and Scielo, using keywords in English ("investigative skills" AND "students") and Spanish ("competencia investigativa"). Likewise, articles published before 2020, those with restricted access, books, and conference proceedings were excluded. After the selection process, 20 articles were included for analysis: 13 from Scopus and 7 from Scielo. The results show that the development of research skills requires fostering curiosity and openness to new ideas, key elements for enhancing this skill. Furthermore, promoting these skills contributes to consolidating a solid academic environment, where the commitment of all educational stakeholders favors learning and strengthens equity, trust, and student motivation. It is concluded that the most effective strategies for fostering investigative skills are those that integrate teaching methodologies geared toward critical thinking and active participation. Finally, incorporating direct experiences with the environment, such as observing living organisms, stimulates scientific thinking from an early age and improves long-term analytical skills.
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