Are virtual learning environments useful? Assessment of an experience in the teaching and learning of Relativity

Abstract

The use of virtual learning environments (VLE) is increasingly common at every stage of education. In this article, we present the results of the students’ assessment of a lesson plan on Relativity implemented in Moodle at the post-compulsory level of secondary education. The assessment was carried out by means of an anonymous survey at the end of the lesson. The students achieved a high degree of satisfaction with the experience of using Moodle as a complement to classroom teaching. According to our survey results, the platform has favored the students’ self-regulation of learning.