The escape room as a didactic strategy for learning physics

Abstract

Teaching dynamic mechanics in physics is a common pedagogical challenge, as abstract and mathematical concepts can be complex for students to assimilate. In this context, innovative teaching strategies become a valuable tool to improve the understanding and learning of these concepts. Therefore, this work has implemented the escape room as a didactic learning strategy. The current research is based on a mixed approach, with a population of 62 students and a sample of 31, with which a correlation and comparison between the experimental groups is made. It is expected that the strategy used will help to solve the low academic performance in the learning process. The main results show a significant motivation in students when the escape room strategy is applied. Still, it is also observed that learning is noticeable and effective, which improves grades and student performance.