ACTIVE METHODOLOGIES FOR LEARNING IN THE FINAL YEARS OF ELEMENTARY

Abstract

This study aimed to analyze the learning of lower secondary school students through the use of Active Methodologies, emphasizing their role in promoting meaningful learning, a key element in the contemporary educational context. Given the need to move beyond traditional practices centered on content transmission, the research sought to understand how innovative approaches can enhance student engagement and foster autonomous knowledge construction.The results showed that the adoption of active methodologies,such as problem-based learning, project-based learning, and the integration of digital technologies,encourages students’ active participation in the teaching and learning process, positioning them as protagonists of their own learning. It was also observed that these practices contribute to the development of cognitive, social, and emotional skills, which are essential for comprehensive education. The study also highlighted the need to rethink pedagogical practices, requiring teachers to adopt a more mediating and facilitating role in the learning process. In this context, educators are challenged to integrate new technologies and teaching strategies into their planning, promoting more dynamic, collaborative, and contextualized learning environments. It is concluded that the implementation of active methodologies represents a promising path toward improving the quality of education, while also helping to address challenges faced in everyday school life. Therefore, the importance of investing in continuous teacher education and school infrastructure is reinforced, aiming to enhance educational outcomes and meet the demands of 21st-century education.