Excursão de Turismo Pedagógico: uma proposta de roteiro para alunos do Ensino Fundamental II, da Escola Pública Municipal Doutor Rodolfo Aureliano, no bairro da Várzea, Recife-PE

Abstract

This thesis on educational tourism for middle school students in Várzea, Recife, aims to integrate learning and culture through educational excursions. Based on the UNWTO definition of tourism and the National Curriculum Parameters (PCN), the thesis seeks to transform outings into meaningful experiences, promoting observation, critical analysis, and problem-solving. Educational tourism is considered an effective tool to enrich education, encouraging student engagement and the appreciation of sociocultural diversity. The proposal is to develop itineraries that address the Contemporary Cross-Cutting Themes of the National Common Curriculum Base (BNCC), connecting issues such as human rights, cultural diversity, work, environment, and citizenship to the cultural attractions of Várzea. In addition to providing a practical experience of theoretical knowledge, the thesis highlights the importance of heritage education and respect for local heritage, contributing to the formation of conscious and active citizens in their communities. This work emphasizes the need for planning and evaluating activities to ensure they are relevant and educational. The research adopted a qualitative-quantitative approach, based on descriptive research and the application of semi-structured questionnaires to teachers at the Doutor Rodolfo Aureliano Municipal School, located in Várzea. The objective was to understand teachers' perceptions of the applicability of educational tourism in addressing the Contemporary Cross-Cutting Themes of the BNCC (National Common Core Curriculum). The results indicate that most teachers recognize the relevance of extracurricular activities to enrich the educational process, strengthen students' connection with the territory, and make learning more dynamic and contextualized. The teachers' interest in receiving training on the subject was also identified, highlighting the feasibility and potential of implementing educational itineraries in the region. The work also emphasizes the importance of heritage education, respect for local heritage, and adequate planning of activities, contributing to the formation of critical and active citizens in their communities.