The use of Khan Academy as a teaching tool in cellular biology: a study in a public school in the municipality of Humaitá-AM

Abstract

The present study aims to thoroughly examine the utilization of the educational platform Khan Academy as a highly effective teaching tool in the discipline of biology, specifically within the context of cellular biology, intending to analyze its impact on high school students' performance. Understanding the intrinsic processes of cells holds paramount importance in establishing a strong foundation in biological sciences, endowing cellular biology with a fundamental role in this context. Khan Academy represents an online teaching platform that adopts an innovative approach to facilitate learning, providing access to a broad spectrum of educational resources such as video lectures, practical exercises, and interactive materials. This study was conducted within the scope of a formal educational environment, relying on a controlled experimental method, aiming to meticulously evaluate the effects of employing this platform on students' learning process. The outcomes of this study indicated significant improvements in the academic performance of students who utilized Khan Academy as a supplementary resource. Students who engaged with this platform demonstrated a notable accumulation of knowledge, a deeper understanding of cellular biology concepts, and also expressed greater satisfaction regarding the learning process. The collected and analyzed data revealed that the use of Khan Academy had a positive impact both on the assimilation and retention of knowledge in cellular biology, clearly reflected in the academic results of the students. Thus, this study corroborates the potential of Khan Academy as a robust and effective tool in teaching cellular biology, offering valuable insights for educators, educational institutions, and students aiming to enhance the quality of teaching and learning in this specific area. The confirmation of these results reinforces the relevance of using innovative educational platforms in the contemporary educational context, especially in strengthening students' foundational knowledge and advancing their understanding in cellular biology.