Kahoot aplicado em sala de aula: uma análise dos benefícios da ferramenta interativa no processo de ensino e aprendizagem

Abstract

Gamification is an active methodology capable of enhancing teaching and learning in the classroom, especially in current times, where the use of electronic devices is more democratic. Therefore, this project aims to describe the benefits of Kahoot, as an active methodology in Biology teaching and the use of gamification as a motivational factor in the learning process. To achieve such contributions, a descriptive study was carried out of the experiences with the use of Kahoot by high school students and teachers of a public school in the city of Valença do Piauí. In the data collection, the observation of classes, the answers to the genetic questionnaires and the satisfaction form of the participants were used as a collection instrument, where the results were analyzed on the Likert scale. The results indicated an inclination towards self-sufficiency on the part of the students, making the game a good motivational booster. It is noted that it is important to have a pedagogical planning, internet accessibility and management with the tool for greater efficiency.