https://repositorio.ufu.br/handle/123456789/21771 2026-04-07T21:10:02Z https://repositorio.ufu.br/handle/123456789/47624 Title: Os desafios de realizar a gamificação no ensino público de escolas de Ituiutaba/Minas Gerais Abstract: ABSTRACT The pandemic caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus has caused a great deal of harm in various spheres of society, especially education. A growing number of students with problems of motivation, socialization and indiscipline. It is therefore necessary to reflect and provide opportunities for new methodologies to emerge. Gamification its high potential to engage, motivate and improve results in the classroom. results in the classroom. However, it can be seen that gamification is still used in a shallow way by teachers in public basic education institutions. Based on this assumption, the general objective of this study is to analyze the main obstacles preventing the of gamification in public schools in the municipality of Ituiutaba, in the state of Minas Gerais. After applying the questionnaire in person at public schools and also online using Google Forms, we were able to interview 44 teachers in total, and came to the conclusion that the majority of teachers have already used gamification as a teaching tool, with 97.7%. teaching tool, with 97.7% of teachers believing that it is possible to learn content while having fun. content while having fun, but 97.7% of teachers reported obstacles that hinder the inclusion of the the inclusion of the methodology, mainly related to the absence of training (55.8%) and physical resources (51.2%), indiscipline (46.5%), short time (44.2%) and crowded classrooms (37.2%). 2024-04-19T00:00:00Z https://repositorio.ufu.br/handle/123456789/47622 Title: Cinema e Educação em Ciências e Biologia: corpo, comida e relações de poder no filme “Estômago” 2025-11-19T00:00:00Z https://repositorio.ufu.br/handle/123456789/47300 Title: A percepção popular sobre serpentes e a importância da educação ambiental: um estudo em Ituiutaba-MG Abstract: According to the World Health Organization, snakebite accidents are categorized as “neglected tropical diseases,” affecting 5.4 million people annually. However, in Brazil, there are around 200 fatal cases per year caused by snakebite accidents. In 2023, all notifications of species responsible for snakebite accidents totaled 28,067, with 124 deaths in the same year. In other words, there is a greater chance of being a victim of another human being than of a snakebite accident in the country. However, the public’s perception of snakes is completely biased by fear and lack of information. Therefore, research measuring public knowledge and environmental education projects are of utmost importance to mitigate accidents and prevent biodiversity loss. Participants were asked whether they had ever encountered snakes and whether they had had experiences with them. Fifty-three reported having seen snakes in their homes, and 63 participants had some kind of experience with snakes, representing almost half of all respondents. Most positive experiences occurred among university students, while the highest concentration of negative experiences was among children. When asked about fear of snakes, the predominant answer was “yes” in all groups, attributing negative characteristics to these animals such as persecution, ability to bite, bad luck, among other terms, as well as myths. Among the myths reported, notable ones included snakes stealing milk from breastfeeding mothers, persecuting relatives, or bringing bad luck associated with this group of animals. Regarding extension activities, in the children’s group, biological material proved to be an extremely effective tool for learning, as well as interventions. Opportunities to answer questions and discussion circles were very well received among the adult audience. The curiosity of both adults and children toward snakes was also noted. Therefore, it is extremely important to inform the population about the diversity of snakes in the region, demystify superstitions, and provide guidance on how to deal with potentially dangerous species. Socio-environmental outreach activities are very well received and can greatly contribute to public learning. 2025-09-23T00:00:00Z https://repositorio.ufu.br/handle/123456789/47207 Title: Levantamento etnobiológico de pragas e formas de controle em rede social digital Abstract: This study aimed to analyze posts and interactions in social media groups, focusing on the suggestion of natural insecticides for pest control in home gardens. The research was conducted through qualitative observation in public Facebook groups dedicated to gardening and urban agriculture. The posts were categorized into five ingredient groups: soluble, mineral, visual, organic, and chemical. The data revealed that gastropods, especially slugs and snails, were the most frequently mentioned organisms, accounting for 44% of the recommendations. Mineral ingredients such as salt, ashes, and lime stood out as the most suggested for this group. Ants and hemipterans were also frequently addressed, with emphasis on plant extracts and physical barriers. Despite the presence of chemical insecticide recommendations, there was a clear preference for natural alternatives, considered more accessible and sustainable. The analysis highlighted the role of social media as spaces for the circulation of popular knowledge, contributing to the strengthening of agroecological practices. The study suggests that future research should explore the effectiveness of the mentioned ingredients and investigate the impact of these practices on biodiversity and soil health. 2025-09-20T00:00:00Z