Gamification as an active methodology in the teaching and learning process of chemistry in secondary education in Colombia

Abstract

Education today has faced countless changes and transformations that converge in rethinking pedagogical action for effective teaching. It is therefore worth taking a moment to look at elements of the teaching and learning process, as well as students' academic performance. This leads to the establishment of a set of actions and activities focused on improving educational processes. The purpose of this approach is to reflect on gamification as an active methodology in the teaching and learning process in secondary school chemistry. The methodology used in this case involves a documentary analysis, generating a bibliographic review that converges in an in-depth bibliographic research to argue the reasons for the inclusion of gamification as an active methodology. It is therefore important to recognize and understand that changes are currently needed in the ways in which teaching is carried out, leading to the establishment of innovative activities related to the teaching of chemistry. These elements come together to improve the teaching and learning process, thereby enhancing the quality of education.