Ensino de Biogeografia e Ecologia do Cerrado na Educação Básica

Abstract

During the period from February 13 to 28, 2023, a didactic sequence with the theme "biogeography and ecology of the Cerrado" was applied to four ninth grade classes, with students aged 13 to 16, at the Zulmira da Silva Sales State School located in the city of São José do Rio Preto, São Paulo. Eight lessons were held in each class, accompanied by the science teacher and the geography teacher. In order to develop environmental awareness and present the geographical and biological characteristics in depth, lectures and dialogues were planned, as well as activities in the classroom and in the laboratory. The students' prior knowledge and specific interests were taken into account and helped to guide the design of the lessons and activities. It is worth noting that amorosity was an important factor in building a respectful relationship that motivated student participation. Adherence to the activities was high and there was a noticeable excitement about the laboratory class, which led to satisfactory results in the assessment activities. It is possible to say that the students learned a great deal and that many subjects that were not often covered in school content were explored, demonstrating that the Cerrado goes far beyond the commonly held idea that limits the biome only to the Cerrado sensu stricto physiognomy.