INTERAÇÕES INTERMOLECULARES: UMA PROPOSTA DE ENSINO ALIADA A METODOLOGIAS ATIVAS E TECNOLOGIAS EDUCACIONAIS

Abstract

The study addresses the importance of intermolecular interactions in understanding the properties of matter, emphasizing the significance of teaching this topic in the field of Chemistry. However, the complexity of molecular visualization poses significant challenges, necessitating enhanced pedagogical approaches. The research proposes the integration of active methodologies and educational technologies to overcome barriers to understanding and visualizing these interactions by students. The central objective is to evaluate the learning process of intermolecular interactions through methods such as dialogical expository teaching and station rotation, combined with the use of educational technologies. The analysis included initial and final questionnaires, open-ended questions during station rotation, and field diaries. Results indicate that, during theoretical classes, students faced challenges in understanding specific concepts, such as the formation of poles in apolar molecules and the distinction between different types of interactions. However, direct interaction with the content and active seeking of clarification demonstrated students’ confidence in the teaching process. After the implementation of the station rotation methodology, there was a noticeable improvement in students’ ability to visualize molecules in different dimensions and assess interactions between them. These findings suggest that innovative approaches, combining active methodologies and educational technologies, can significantly contribute to the understanding and practical application of intermolecular interactions, promoting a more contextualized and engaging learning experience.