Active teaching strategies and their effect on knowledge retention

Abstract

This work explores the effectiveness of active teaching strategies in the educational field, highlighting their positive impact on knowledge retention and the development of critical skills in students. It is argued that active learning, through methods such as project-based learning and the use of interactive technologies, allows students to relate content to real situations, thus promoting deeper and lasting understanding. Despite the benefits, challenges are recognized in the implementation of these methodologies, such as resistance to change on the part of some educators and the lack of technological resources in certain contexts. However, institutions that have adopted these strategies have seen improvements in student motivation and engagement. The work concludes that it is essential to continue researching and promoting pedagogical approaches that favor active learning, adapting to the changing needs of students and the educational environment, thus guaranteeing a more effective and meaningful education for all.

Keywords: Strategies, teaching, active learning, retention, education.