Química Herbal : um jogo didático como alternativa para o ensino das funções orgânicas

Abstract

This work presents the development and application of a didactic game called “Herbal Chemistry”, which addresses the content of organic functions with the theme “Teas vs Self-Medication.” The game was implemented at the Laboratory School of the Federal University of Sergipe with 3rd-year high school students. The aim of the game was to allow students to review and/or practice functional groups while also being presented with scientific information about teas and their therapeutic properties. The game was based on board games and formatted in Microsoft PowerPoint. The results obtained through questionnaires show that 81% of the students confirmed that the game contributed positively to the learning of organic functions in a dynamic and interactive way. In addition, 87% of the students understood the connection with people’s daily lives (compared to 63% before the game), and after the application, 96% of the students reported increased motivation to learn the content. The game also promoted engagement and interaction among students during its execution, encouraging knowledge exchange and the development of more critical and conscious citizens regarding the use of medications, as well as awareness about teas and their therapeutic effects. Therefore, the results demonstrate that didactic games have high potential in the teaching and learning process, facilitating the dissemination of knowledge and making classes more dynamic, interesting, and enjoyable for students.