In the field of early childhood education, methodologies based on experimentation and manipulation are commonly used to bring scientific knowledge closer to the students. These methodologies require a lot of preparation on the part of the teachers to put them into practice. However, very good results are usually obtained and learning is improved. In this paper, we present the results of experimenting with similar techniques but in a university setting. Specifically, we have used workshops and corners as a methodological strategy to organize the space in practical laboratory classes. Applying this methodology, we have evaluated whether students improve their learning through experimentation with the practical environments of the subject used as a case study. Initially, it was expected that students, based on their curiosity, creativity and previous knowledge, would achieve the learning outcomes. All this with the support of the professors. Obtained results show that the objectives have been achieved. In addition, the students value the new methodology better than the previous one.

Keywords: Autonomous learning, experimentation, workshops, corners, practical classes.