On social media, an innovative approach to project-based learning applied to the teaching of biochemistry

Abstract

Research in biochemistry education describes new approaches that include teaching with constructivist ideas, since the traditional approach with lectures has criticisms related to superficial learning. Thus, learning biochemistry should not only achieve the mastery of knowledge, but also critical thinking skills and the interconnectedness of knowledge. Although Case-Based Learning is the most frequent, active Project-Based learning, acting on individual and collective strengths have received attention in recent years. With the aim of encouraging learning by doing, experimenting, solving problems, working in a team, developing social skills, understanding, collaboration, partnership and responsibility, the activity "Scientific Dissemination Project" was implemented in the Integrated Biochemistry Curricular Unit of the different undergraduate courses of the Federal University of São Paulo, Diadema Campus in the pandemic. Since then, this activity has contributed to the final average of the students, positively impacting their performance. Considering that social networks can increase students' ability to think critically, promote media literacy, gain more scientific reach, and speed up deep learning, the result of this activity is disseminated to the community on an Instagram profile. This approach increased students' interest in biochemistry and science communication.

DOI:https://doi.org/10.56238/sevened2024.002-027