Design of a virtual learning environment using active methodologies for the Control Interfaces training module
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Aprendizaje basado en proyectos, colaboración, interactividad, metodologías activas, simulaciónAbstract
The design and implementation of virtual learning environments (VLEs) in technical education has become a key strategy in the teaching-learning process. The purpose of this research was to develop and validate a VLE using active methodologies for the training module on Control Interfaces, applying didactic strategies to enhance students’ educational experience. The study addresses the principles of design, the integration of active methodologies, and the results obtained during the implementation of the environment, highlighting how these contribute to improving the understanding and practical application of control concepts in mechatronic systems. To this end, it was implemented at the Ramón Barba Naranjo Educational Unit with the aim of strengthening the comprehension and application of theoretical and practical content through project-based learning (PBL). The findings indicate that the VLE not only facilitates the understanding of control concepts but also encourages greater student participation and motivation. The combination of interactive simulations and hands-on activities enables active and collaborative engagement with the content. This approach may serve as a model for other institutions seeking to innovate in technical education
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