The Transition From the Conventional Classroom to Remote Teaching

Abstract

The idea behind this chapter is that successful experiences during the pandemic period can be useful to guide online education. Experiences of overcoming the challenges of these times show that even when there are few advanced technological resources, it is possible to develop initiatives to support remote and online learning. For this, it is essential to understand that remote spaces for learning are not like a conventional classroom. Collaborative actions are relevant for the learning process and can also support living in social isolation. The main objective of the chapter is to discuss the transition from the conventional classroom to remote teaching, and also to analyze how this experience can be leveraged for new online practices. It is based on a case study of an industrial engineering undergraduate course at a higher education institution (HEI) in Brazil. This proposition contributes to the discussion of how education (especially engineering teaching) can be improved with an integrative teaching proposal, using technological resources and strategies for active learning.