Un enfoque práctico para la enseñanza de Álgebra y Matemática Discreta mediante clase invertida en Ingeniería Informática

Abstract

The teaching of abstract concepts in technical and scientific subjects poses a recurring challenge in university education, particularly in the early years, where students face complex content and new tools. Specifically, in the course on Algebra and Discrete Mathematics, typically taught in the first year of the Computer Engineering degree, these difficulties are compounded by inconsistent study habits and low class participation. Additionally, the content is often perceived as overly abstract and disconnected from real-world applications. This work describes how the practical sessions of this course have been redesigned through the implementation of a flipped classroom methodology. Interactive notebooks in MATLAB, along with explanatory videos available in both Spanish and English, have been developed to promote autonomous study prior to in-person sessions. During class, students collaboratively solve a case study based on a real-world problem, while the instructor acts as a facilitator, guiding discussions and addressing specific questions. The pilot experience, carried out during the 2023/24 academic year, has shown significant improvements in student motivation, understanding, and performance, creating a more participatory and dynamic learning environment.