Reconversion of experimental classes of Analytical Chemistry due to the ASPO

Abstract

This work presents the modifications that were made in the Analytical Chemistry course to change the classroom lessons into remote ones in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. The main challenge was to develop practical laboratory classes remotely and yet promote the acquisition of skills and abilities in the handling of laboratory instruments. Each practical work was accompanied by a theoretical explanation in digital format, which contained a brief introduction and a hyperlink with short demonstrative videos for the most remarkable parts of the laboratory experiments. Formative assessments were made using the multiple-choice resource of the virtual classroom. This time of ASPO meant intense learning for the professors, which allowed them to reposition themselves and rethink teaching practices, considering mixed teaching modalities for the post-pandemic.