Utilização de modelo didático relacionado ao sistema endócrino como ferramenta pedagógica aplicada ao ensino médio.

Abstract

The present study addresses the teaching of Human Physiology in High School, with emphasis on the endocrine system. The objective of this study was to evaluate the use of a didactic model as a pedagogical tool to assist in the learning of content related to the endocrine system among high school students. The research was characterized as qualitative and quantitative, exploratory in nature, and was conducted with students from a public school. Initially, a previous questionnaire (Q1) was applied to identify the students’ prior knowledge about the topic. Subsequently, a class was conducted using a didactic model addressing endocrine glands, hormones, and their functions, followed by the application of a subsequent questionnaire (Q2). Eleven students participated in the research. The results demonstrated improvement in student performance after the use of the didactic model, in addition to greater participation, interest, and motivation during the activities. It is concluded that the use of didactic models contributes to making classes more dynamic, interactive, and meaningful, favoring the teaching-learning process in Human Physiology in High School