MICROSCOPY WORKSHOP DURING THE NATIONAL WEEK OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY: CONTRIBUTIONS TO TEACHING AND LEARNING IN PROEJA

Abstract

The teaching of Biology presents challenges related to the abstraction of content, especially those involving microscopic structures that cannot be seen with the naked eye, which may hinder students' understanding. In this context, the adoption of teaching strategies that integrate theory and practice becomes essential, particularly in Youth and Adult Education (EJA), considering the specificities of this audience. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the contributions of a microscopy workshop to the teaching-learning process of PROEJA students, carried out during the National Week of Science and Technology at the Federal Institute of Maranhão (IFMA), Codó Campus. To achieve this, a qualitative, descriptive approach was adopted, with data collected through direct observation and participant feedback. Data analysis was conducted based on Bardin’s content analysis technique. The results showed that the workshop promoted high levels of interest, motivation, and student participation, enhancing the understanding of biological content through the integration of theory and practice. Initial difficulties in using the microscope were also identified, but these were overcome throughout the activity with pedagogical mediation. It is concluded that the microscopy workshop is an effective strategy for teaching Biology in PROEJA, contributing to meaningful, participatory, and contextualized learning.