Chapter 7: Innovative Strategies for Teaching Electrical Circuits in Higher Education: A Didactic Instrumentation-Based Approach

The digital revolution has significantly impacted engineering instruction, particularly in the area of electric circuit analysis. This chapter proposes new didactic strategies for teaching direct current (DC) electric circuits, aiming to enhance conceptual understanding by focusing on key ideas, promoting self-directed learning, and reducing failure rates through active methodologies. The study employs a Theory-Based Case Method, in which theoretical concepts are contextualized within a practical case. The teaching strategies involve the use of software such as Tinkercad and Proteus, the integration of Google Classroom as a virtual classroom, the implementation of Project-Based Learning, and formative assessment. These tools have proven effective in various pedagogical contexts. From a pedagogical perspective, this research analyzes the impact of digital technologies and interactive environments on the development of engineering competencies. It emphasizes the need for instructional design grounded in constructivism, as well as models that support the integration of ICT in the teaching of electric circuits. The expected outcomes include optimizing the teaching-learning process, designing a flexible and replicable didactic model for face-to-face, virtual, or hybrid formats, and reducing failure rates. This work is intended for educators, researchers in education and engineering, and academic institutions seeking to strengthen electric circuit instruction through strategies aligned with the challenges of digital transformation.