THE TEACHER AS MEDIATOR: NAVIGATING A SEA OF INFORMATION

Abstract

The article investigated how pedagogical mediation, combined with digital technologies, can transform the teaching-learning process, meeting the demands of a connected society. The objective was to understand the role of the mediator teacher in the use of technological tools, such as augmented reality, to enhance meaningful learning and promote the cognitive and socio-emotional development of students. The methodology adopted was a bibliographic research, following Prodanov and Freitas (2013), with the analysis of articles, books and other academic publications. The research highlighted the evolution of the teaching role, from transmitter of information to facilitator of learning, and presented pedagogical practices in the context of the Zone of Proximal Development. Connections between digital technologies and cognitive development were explored, with practical examples of the application of resources such as augmented reality to facilitate the understanding of abstract concepts. Finally, the integration between pedagogical mediation and technological innovations was analyzed, evidencing positive results in the creation of dynamic and interactive educational environments. It was concluded that pedagogical mediation, combined with digital technologies, is essential for a more participatory, critical teaching aligned with the twenty-first century. The research stimulated the need for further investigations into the long-term impacts of this approach in diverse educational contexts.