Redes sociais digitais como ferramenta no processo de ensino-aprendizagem interdisciplinar: usando o Facebook no ensino técnico integrado ao médio

Abstract

The social networks have occupied growing space in youth activities. The success of Facebook is targeted largely by the possibility of rapprochement between people and ease of use. To know how social networks, especially Facebook, can help in the teaching-learning process is still new in the school. Therefore, this paper aims to analyze the use of a Facebook group to support the teaching-learning process on schools in high school. The research was conducted with 24 students and a teacher of the matter Integration Project I, in the class of the 1st year of the higher secondary technical-professional education. It is characterized as a case study. The research’s basis is the use of testimonials and analysis of posts on the group's page in the social network. Through qualitative analysis employed the use of techniques of content analysis and the Wordle application usage for data analysis on the network. As results stand out: the use of Facebook is valued as an important collaborative tool between students and teachers and students. The authorship of the students is also highlighted, as well as more dynamic, interaction among students. As well as a tool to improve the class relationship, to allow the construction of a collaborative environment and at the same time critical