Diretrizes curriculares no ensino de Licenciatura em Química: o que dizem as percepções dos licenciandos

Abstract

The present study analyzes the perceptions of students enrolled in the Chemistry Teaching Degree program regarding the incorporation of the knowledge of the guidelines outlined in Opinion CES/CNE throughout the course. The research, which adopts both qualitative and quantitative approaches, was conducted with students from the Chemistry Teaching Degree program at the Federal Institute of Pernambuco (IFPE), Ipojuca campus, between the fifth and eighth semesters, through a form. The results reveal that some skills outlined in the guidelines — such as the interpretation of scientific texts in a foreign language, laboratory knowledge including first aid and workplace safety, and the application of projects and curricular proposals—are less emphasized in the training of these future teachers. As a future outlook, the study highlights the importance of aligning curricular content with the real needs of teaching practice, ensuring that graduates are adequately prepared to address the complex challenges associated with teaching Chemistry in Brazil.