Implementação de Programas de Formação Continuada para o Domínio de Tecnologias Educacionais: análise de Percepções de Educadores sobre o Programa Letramento Digital e Criativo

Abstract

Do we need to wait for the next census to have evidence that Brazilian education struggles with low performance levels? We cannot expect different results by applying the same practices. The changes in access to information and knowledge, driven by technological advancements, demand that teachers be prepared to face the challenges that arise in the classroom. This makes continuous professional development a key aspect for updating and enhancing the skills and competencies needed. In light of this, this thesis focuses on presenting an initiative that integrates the use of technology to promote knowledge with an emphasis on the adoption of active methodologies. The program presented is titled Digital and Creative Literacy (LD&C), developed in collaboration with the private sector to offer technological and pedagogical support in the development of essential competencies required by contemporary education. This proposal differs from nationally implemented programs due to its regional focus, respecting the diversity of each municipal education network, thus bringing relevance to the proposed approaches. The training activities were structured around the pillars of Design Thinking and Project-Based Learning, enabling educators to directly apply what they learned in their school practices in alignment with the BNCC. With fifteen cities in Rio Grande do Sul included, more than 300 educators received the training over the course of eight sessions. The results revealed the teachers’ satisfaction, highlighting the transformative impact of integrating creative activities with the use of digital technologies through practical projects. At the same time, challenges particularly related to infrastructure, institutional support, planning, and dedicated time proved decisive for the implementation and continuity of these practices in the school environment. In view of this, essential guidelines are proposed for educational development through active education supported by technology, primarily envisioning the redesign of school spaces, the development of teaching competencies, and the role of public policies.