Interactive learning thermodynamics of fluids supported on information technologies and communication Aprendizaje interactivo de termodinámica de fluidos apoyado en las tecnologías de la información y comunicación

Abstract

Objective: The objective of this Project is to design interactive learning as a model of thermodynamics of fluids, supported by ICT and implement it in the National Open University and Distance UNAD and other universities in future. Methods: A diagnosis of learning was conducted through a descriptive study of quantitative and qualitative nature by using a questionnaire as an inquiry tool and the corresponding analysis data; this was made with 91 students who were enrolled in the second period in 2012 at Yopal and Acacias CEADs, UNAD. Results: According to the inquiry results, it is important to say that they were relevant, because through them, some critical factors were identified, such as: The lack of interactive thermodynamics software, lack of ICT to support the teaching, lack of virtual classrooms and laboratories for achieving practices in universities. Conclusions: And also some factors related to the thermodynamics learning were identified, for instance, the current learning process and other issues about the thermodynamics, which should be improved. A teaching thermodynamics methodology was applied with the use of the thermograph software in order to be implemented for future semesters, so that, this application can be rehearsed and assessed.