Ensino de Ciências em Espaços Não Formais: Relato de Experiência com Alunos do Ensino Fundamental em uma Usina Hidrelétrica

Abstract

The objective of the study is to describe the use of the institutionalized Non-Formal Space "Hydroelectric Power Plant" as a pedagogical alternative for Teaching Science in Elementary School. The study, with a qualitative approach, was developed with 9th grade students of Elementary School II of a Municipal Elementary School, in the center of the city of Agudo/RS. The actions and analysis of the research data involved the stages of preparation, execution and conclusion of an investigative expedition in the space of the Dona Francisca Hydroelectric Power Plant. The class at the plant provided diverse knowledge, from theory to practice, related to the study of electrical energy, as well as safety, risks and environmental and social impacts of building a hydroelectric power plant. Thus, the use of non-formal spaces can contribute to formal teaching, enhance learning, in addition to providing opportunities for experiences beyond those of the school space.