Plant physiology: main methodologies used in its approach and challenges faced by course teachers federal institutes

Abstract

Teaching plant physiology has proven to be challenging for high school teachers because most of it covers complex, theoretical content that often ends up distancing itself from the student's reality. Therefore, this article aimed to identify the methodologies used to approach plant physiology content and propose other methodologies that can contribute to learning. Data were obtained through meetings in a virtual environment - Google Meet - and application of a form during the months of August and September 2023. The research was carried out with teachers from the federal institutes of Maranhão and Piauí and had a qualitative and descriptive. The results showed that the main methodologies used in classes are the dialogued expository class and practical classes in the laboratory, since both institutions have a biology laboratory. However, it became clear that the lack of materials, the physical space of the laboratory and time can be considered challenges when approaching physiology content.