Active Learning Activities in the Nomenclature of Acyclic Aliphatic Hydrocarbons

Abstract

The purpose of the study was to apply active learning activities in the nomenclature of aliphatic acyclic hydrocarbons to improve performance in written evaluations. The methodology used was the qualitative approach, action-research method, using as techniques for data collection, participant observation and a structured interview, and as instruments, annotation records and questionnaire. The study was carried out with 37 students of fourth grade, secondary level, one teacher and one assistant, of the Mercedes María Mateo Polytechnic, Regional Education 02, District 03, Dominican Republic. It was concluded that collaborative work for the construction of knowledge, analysis and communication in an active way favors meaningful learning, reason to reflect and consider that, by inserting students with the environment, motivation can be obtained and learning can be kept active, causing a change of attitude and awakening logical, critical and creative thinking.