Ecobatalha: relato de experiência com gamificação para o ensino da cadeia alimentar no ensino médio

Abstract

The article addresses the application of the EcoBatalha game as an innovative pedagogical tool aimed at teaching the food chain (Ecology) in high school classes in Biology. The objective of the research is to verify the impact of the game on students' understanding of ecological concepts, such as trophic levels and interactions between species, using gamification to promote learning in a playful and interactive way. The method adopted includes developing the game based on UNO mechanics and implementing it in the classroom, followed by testing and refinements based on feedback from students and teachers. The results indicate that EcoBatalha, like other gamified methodologies, increases student engagement, improves content retention and facilitates understanding of concepts. It is then possible to affirm the effectiveness of the game as an educational resource, suggesting its potential use in other contexts and educational levels, in addition to highlighting the importance of didactic games in promoting meaningful learning.