PROPOSAL FOR INCLUSIVE TEACHING OF PHYSICS WITH MANIPULABLE MATERIALS: ATOMIC MODELS MADE WITH MIRITI

Abstract

The research presents a didactic proposal with the objective of elaborating an inclusive experimental material, to assist People with Disabilities in regular classes in Physics classes. Concepts of the atomic theories proposed by scientists Dalton, Thomson, Rutherford and Bohr were explored and atomic models made with miriti, a Brazilian palm tree widely used in local handicrafts in the state of Pará, were produced, which were represented by balls of different sizes to simulate each of the atomic structures. The material was constituted as a didactic alternative, in view of its use as a support resource by high school teachers to make the teaching and learning process more meaningful. The suggestion presented provides students with a better understanding of the concepts of Physics through handling and interacting with the fruits of Miriti.