Uma análise da eficiência da plataforma Kahoot: uma abordagem gamificada no ensino de Cinemática nas escolas de Ensino Médio da cidade de Oeiras-PI

Abstract

ABSTRACT The teaching of Kinematics presents challenges in the understanding of abstract concepts, such as graph interpretation and the application of mathematical formulas. To address these difficulties, active methodologies and gamification constitute strategies capable of making learning more dynamic, accessible, and motivating. This study investigated the effectiveness of the Kahoot platform as a gamification resource in the teaching of Kinematics in two public schools in the municipality of Oeiras, Piauí, Brazil, based on the principles of active methodologies, meaningful learning, and educational motivation. The research, characterized as explanatory and quantitative, sought to understand how gamified elements, such as immediate feedback, healthy competition, and dynamic interaction, contribute to the learning of Kinematics concepts. Sixteen high school students participated in the study by answering a quiz composed of ten questions and an evaluation questionnaire. The results indicated increased student engagement and active participation, evidenced by the positive acceptance of the tool and interest in its use in other subjects. However, performance varied among the classes and school contexts analyzed, influenced by factors such as technological familiarity and school infrastructure. It was found that Kahoot promotes interaction, immediate feedback, and student motivation, contributing to the understanding of concepts such as position, displacement, velocity, and equations of motion. It is concluded that the use of Kahoot becomes more effective when associated with traditional explanations, demonstrating that digital technologies enhance, but do not replace, established pedagogical practices. As a limitation, the reduced number of participants is highlighted, suggesting future studies with larger samples and the application of the platform in other areas of knowledge, such as Mathematics and Philosophy.