Guía didáctica docente para el manejo de actividades experimentales en las ciencias naturales para quinto año de educación general básica

Abstract

The following teaching guideline was designed to encourage fifth-grade teachers to develop activities in the subject of natural science. The motivation to create this guide arises from the observations made during the professional training period, where it was possible to observe the weaknesses in the dynamic of the lessons imparted, such as the lack of experimental, active, and motivating activities; therefore, this document proposes to teach in a more active and innovative environment. Some of the activities this guide proposes are using the investigative and experimental method, which considers children's creativity and experience, develops scientific procedures, uses problem-solving tools, and promotes literacy and critical citizen awareness. This instructional guide proposes experimental activities on the topic of natural science, and such activities aim to synthesize the relevant didactic process that can comply with the students. Each activity was organized and developed from subjects in the national curriculum, and the aim is the experimental didactic sequence explained according to the roles of tutor and student, the resources and the recognition of scientific competencies that contribute to the class, and finally, a suggested evaluation. This proposal seeks not only to improve and strengthen teachers' labour in natural science but also to recognize the importance of integrated education for kids.