ACTIVE METHODOLOGIES IN HIGHER EDUCATION: TRANSFORMING THE CLASSROOM

Abstract

This study investigated how active methodologies can transform the classroom in higher education, focusing on the impacts on student learning. The objective was to analyze active methodologies, such as Problem-Based Learning (PBL), Cooperative Learning, Flipped Classroom, Gamification and Design Thinking, and their implications for academic performance and student engagement. The methodology adopted was a literature review, based on relevant academic sources on the subject. The results indicated that active methodologies promote greater participation and autonomy of students, resulting in meaningful and collaborative learning. The analysis revealed that the integration of digital technologies, such as teaching platforms, facilitates the application of these methodologies and improves the interaction between students and teachers. However, challenges were also identified, such as resistance to change on the part of teachers and the lack of technological infrastructure in educational institutions. The final considerations pointed out that, despite the challenges, active methodologies have great potential to transform higher education, but their implementation requires continuous training of teachers and investments in technological resources. The research suggests the need for further studies to assess the effectiveness of these methodologies in different educational contexts and to overcome the barriers identified.