Abordagem pedagógica ativa para a engenharia: a construção de experimentos de baixo custo para o ensino e compreensão da física

Abstract

The use of active pedagogical approaches in higher education, although necessary, is still virtually absent in core subjects of the Computer Engineering program at UFC – Sobral campus, which is marked by high dropout rates and a low number of graduates. One of the main contributing factors to this scenario is the high failure rate in the first four semesters of the course. Approximately 40% of students fail the Physics I course, which triggers a sense of discouragement and reinforces the feeling of not belonging in the academic environment. The development of physics experiments using prototyping as a mechanism for active learning in engineering programs is a recurring theme in research, with potential applications across various fields. This study aims to explore the experimentation of physics concepts through the use of embedded platforms and devices as a teaching tool in the engineering courses at the Sobral campus. The goal is to put into practice theoretical content taught in the classroom, bringing students closer to the professional identity of the engineer. With the experiments developed in this project, the intention is to implement practical activities with students who have already studied the theoretical concepts, encouraging their active participation in the construction of the experiments and strengthening their sense of belonging to both the course and the engineering profession.