Experimentos de baixo custo sobre as leis de newton como metodologia de ensino

Abstract

The learning of Physics in high school is a crucial part of students' education and plays a fundamental role in the development of analytical skills and the understanding of the world around us. However, teaching Physics can often be challenging for both teachers and students. The lack of resources and well-equipped laboratories can hinder the execution of practical experiments, which are an essential part of effective Physics learning. In this context, the research problem is: What is the impact of using low-cost experiments in high school Physics teaching on students' understanding and application of concepts, and how can this approach be updated? The general objective is to enhance high school Physics learning through the application of low-cost experiments that illustrate and concretize Newton's laws, facilitating practical understanding and application of these concepts by students. To effectively conduct the study, a combination of bibliographic, exploratory, and field research with a qualitative approach was used. The results indicated that these findings offer important insights into the class performance and can guide future teaching strategies. Questions with high accuracy rates suggest that students have mastered the covered concepts, while questions with many errors may require a revisional approach. The analysis of these data is a valuable tool for adjusting teaching methods and focusing on areas that need more attention. The conclusions are that the implementation of low-cost experiments for teaching Newton's laws in high school represents an effective and accessible strategy to improve the understanding of fundamental Physics concepts.