Guia para aula de campo de Geografia: Parque Estadual Paulo César Vinha

Abstract

The dissertation entitled Fieldwork as a Geography Teaching Methodology: A Case Study of Paulo César Vinha State Park proposed an interactive and immersive teaching approach based on the systematic use of fieldwork in Geography teaching. The objective was to investigate how students learned curricular content during classroom-based lessons and how fieldwork could enhance student learning through on-site experiences. The study also examined how pedagogical activities conducted during the pre-fieldwork, fieldwork, and post-fieldwork stages contribute to Geography teaching. A mixed-methods approach was adopted, combining a literature review with the analysis of data collected during lessons and through questionnaires administered before and after the field activities. An educational product was also developed to guide teachers in planning and conducting fieldwork at every stage of the process. This pedagogical material was designed to be adaptable to different educational contexts, allowing its use in field classes regardless of the subject matter being taught. The findings demonstrated that fieldwork constitutes a valuable pedagogical strategy for environmental education, particularly in Geography teaching, as it enhances the teaching and learning process and contributes to the development of students who are environmentally aware and critically engaged with the importance of environmental preservation for sustaining life on the planet. As an educational product, a digital booklet was developed in the form of a practical guide for teachers interested in conducting field classes. Its purpose is to provide guidance for planning and implementing this pedagogical practice in an organized and effective manner. Furthermore, the material offers guidance on identifying and addressing potential difficulties, mistakes, and unforeseen circumstances that may arise before and during fieldwork, regardless of the subject matter or biome being studied. Thus, the educational resource contributes to improving teaching practices and strengthening student learning.

Keywords: Fieldwork; Geography teaching; Environmental education..