摘要：Introduction The amount of information during the inverted classroom, as a result of its virtual and face-to-face components, is high. Ultimately, it is expected a greater cognitive load leading to confusion and lack of understanding of the main concepts to the students. The objective of this study is to evaluate the effect of conceptual maps, aimed to synthesize the information and deal with the cognitive load in the inverted classroom. Materials We developed conceptual maps for the synthesis of information in a conventional inverted classroom in surgery during 2017. We constructed the maps using standardized methodologies. We used the CMap Tools software. We evaluated the pre- and post-intervention effects, related with the utility and satisfaction perceived by the students, by the Concept Mapping Questionnaire. Results A total of 158 students (pre-test) and 155 students (post-test) were included in the analysis. We found positive effects on interaction (communication, cooperation, and participation), independent learning and connection of concepts, according to student perceptions. The reliability of the instrument was adequate. Conclusion Concept maps are a useful strategy for the synthesis of information in the inverted classroom according to student perceptions. Further studies are required that evaluate, functionally and experimentally, the neuro-cognitive effectiveness of conceptual maps, as well as their effects on long-term learning.
