A presença do cinema no livro didático e suas contribuições ao processo de ensino-aprendizagem de física

Abstract

This study aimed to analyze how cinema is addressed in a collection of Natural Sciences textbooks, investigating its potential as a didactic resource within the physics teaching-learning process and students’ scientific education. The documentary research, of a qualitative nature, revealed that references to films are occasional and mostly suggested superficially, with limited pedagogical depth. Based on the premise that it is essential to adopt methodologies that resonate with students’ interests and contemporary cultural dynamics, the results suggest possibilities for a more meaningful integration of cinema into scientific content. It was noted that one of the referenced films belongs to the biographical drama genre, typically associated with narratives of creativity, overcoming challenges, and social transformation — aspects which, even when briefly explored, indicate potential for articulating science, historical context, and critical education. Therefore, the study proposes expanding the presence of cinema in textbooks, as well as adopting a more contextualized approach aligned with students lived realities.