Abstract:

Didactic videos, which are part of information and communication technologies (ICTs), have become an essential tool in higher education for promoting and developing skills. These videos complement the teaching and learning process by offering numerous benefits. Firstly, they capture students' attention and keep them engaged in the topic. Through visual presentations, they facilitate the understanding of complex threshold concepts and enhance information retention. Additionally, educational videos allow for individualized learning as students can pace their progress according to their needs. Furthermore, the use of educational videos contributes to improving learning outcomes and addressing Sustainable Development Goals in higher education. Such videos provide a dynamic and visual approach to presenting information, capturing attention, and inspiring students to contribute to a sustainable future.

In the context of the “Materials Science” subject offered in the “Industrial Design Engineering and Product Development” degree program at the Technical School of Design Engineering, Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), didactic videos explaining practical experiments have been introduced. These videos serve as optional and complementary materials that facilitate the learning process of threshold concepts required for the practical sessions. The implementation of these videos in the educational process is presented, along with their role in enhancing the learning experience. The students' perceptions regarding the usefulness of these didactic materials are compared with statistical data on student access to the resources in the institutional platform, as well as the type of materials employed during the experiment and evaluations. This correlation provides valuable insights into the effectiveness of using didactic videos as a supportive educational tool.

Keywords:

TICs, didactic video, laboratory practices, threshold concepts, Material Science.