Clube de ciências: Um espaço para o exercício da da autonomia e construção de valores

Abstract

Ways to achieve scientific literacy are changing over time, traditional methods can be considered outdated and insignificant for science education. Thus, new processes are gaining space, such as inquiry-based learning, in which students take the lead and investigate solutions to problems or hypotheses on the topic being addressed. Since the classroom has limited conditions for active methodologies like this, initiatives such as Science Clubs are a way to promote teaching and interpersonal growth. This work was carried out in a Municipal school in the city of Uberlândia, Brazil, where a Science Club was implemented. The tasks ranged from setting up the physical space and the group of club members to preparing and developing activities. Through the integration of scientific methodology with inquiry-based learning, students divided into groups created hypotheses and developed their projects. The main project themes were: Butterflies as bioindicators; Behavioral analysis of bees, and Relationships among three characteristics found in plants. The project results were presented on informative banners and later shared with other students at the school. It was possible to conclude that through the activities carried out, the supervisors observed significant growth in the behavior of the club members. With the Club, students made and strengthened friendships, developed a relationship of respect and support for each other, fostered critical thinking, autonomy, and responsibility in the pursuit of new interests and knowledge.