Um análise dos princípios da aprendizagem significativa no ensino através de temas

Abstract

The general objective of this dissertation is to investigate how the relationship between Meaningful Learning and the Thematic Approach are established and how they contribute to the science learning-teaching process. The research develops from the thematic approach of Delizoicov et al. and the theory of Meaningful Learning from David Ausubel which central part is the teaching based on the previous knowledge of the learner. A pedagogical physics teaching experience based in the three education moments of Delizoicov was made in a public school of Ananindeua – Pará in which, twenty five students from the Education of Youngs and Adults participated during two months. This qualitative research was based on questionnaires, direct observations, conversations, written reports, generating an empirical material, which enabled the identification of meaningful learning principles in each of the three pedagogical moments. In the Initial Problematization, it was possible to identify two principles from Ausubel’s theory; Progressive Differentiation and Consolidation; in the Organization of Knowledge we found evidence of the Progressive Differentiation, Integrative Differentiation, Integrative Reconciliation, Sequential Organization and the Consolidation; whereas in the Application of Knowledge we highlight the Consolidation. The analysis made in this dissertation provides a theoretical pedagogical foundation for educators and researchers meant to favor meaningful learning in school context.