O ensino de biologia aliado à importância do cuidado com os animais na perspectiva de estudantes do ensino básico da cidade de Benedito Leite-MA

Abstract

Abandonment and acts of violence to domestic animals is a very visible problem in Brazil, both in large urban centers and in small towns. However, this theme is little worked in elementary and high schools. With that, the present work had as objective to analyze if the disciplines of Science and Biology help the students of Basic Education in the city of Benedito Leite - MA. Most participants (63%) stated that they had already witnessed acts of mistreatment of domestic animals and that the Science and Biology subjects had already contributed in some way to the discussion of the theme (82%). On the other hand, when asked if they had already participated in an event on the subject, the vast majority (98%) stated that they had never participated. A positive point observed is that many students (86%) stated that they were already curious about the topic, and this curiosity and previous interest of students should be used as a great ally in the insertion of topics like this in the classroom. The importance of education allied to animal welfare is undeniable, not only in the formation of more aware citizens in relation to the subject, but also in the formation of individuals who are more compassionate with human beings, insofar as humanitarian education advocates feelings of compassion and respect for all forms of life