CONCEPTUAL MAPS

KNOWLEDGE CONSOLIDATION PROPOSAL IN THE ACCOUNTING EXPERTISE DISCIPLINE

Abstract

This research aims to analyze what is the perception of students regarding the benefits and difficulties found in the application of Concept Maps as a way to consolidate the knowledge acquired in the discipline of Accounting Expertise? The methodology was based on a case study with qualitative analyzes, and as a collection instrument, a questionnaire with open questions. After the questionnaire was applied, the answers were transcribed to a digital file and submitted to open coding in the ATLAS.ti® software. The main findings showed that the students highlighted the main benefits of using the Conceptual Map, which is a simple tool and arouses motivation, making it possible to level the knowledge among the class, as well as clarifying doubts, encouraging group work, allowing you to memorize the content and streamline the class. In relation to the difficulties, the handling of the tool was highlighted, limitation in finding a logical sequence within the contents, and some, reported not having found any. The students also talked about the importance and recommendation of the method in other disciplines. Still, with the evaluation carried out with the students, it was possible to observe that they obtained higher marks than in units that did not use the Conceptual Map. In general, it is perceived that the difficulties identified can be remedied by the correct orientation and application of the tool by the teacher, continuous feedback, as well as, the use of this technique in other disciplines, as well as the focus on the benefits brought by Concept Maps in the teaching-learning process.