Bioquim4x: an educational game to review biochemistry concepts

Biochemistry is usually characterized by students as a difficult subject. Therefore, several educational approaches have been developed in order to overcome students difficulties. Among these methodologies are the educational games that allow a balance between playing and the improvement of learning...

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Main Authors: Laura Farkuh, Catarina Pereira-Leite
Format: Article
Language:Portuguese
Published: Sociedade Brasileira de Bioquímica e Biologia Molecular, SBBq 2014-10-01
Series:Journal of Biochemistry Education
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Online Access:http://bioquimica.org.br/revista/ojs/index.php/REB/article/view/342
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Summary:Biochemistry is usually characterized by students as a difficult subject. Therefore, several educational approaches have been developed in order to overcome students difficulties. Among these methodologies are the educational games that allow a balance between playing and the improvement of learning and students interest. The game Bioquim4x is an alternative proposal for teaching Biochemistry. The objectives of this game are to review concepts transmitted in classroom, to stimulate various skills of students, such as their creativity, and to correlate Biochemistry with daily events. The game was tested with Biochemistry students and the results highlighted its potential as an educational and ludic activity available for students and teachers.
ISSN:2318-8790