O ensino de solos na educação básica: uma experiência nas escolas da rede pública de Fortaleza-CE

Abstract

This study discusses the importance of teaching soils in Basic Education through Geography teaching. It is known that Geography education enhances students' critical and reflective development. Physical Geography has been an important area for addressing current environmental issues arising from climate change and human activity. Within the physical-natural studies of Geography, it is important to highlight the perspective of environmental education, which has contributed to discussions on soil degradation, desertification, and conservation. The study focuses on the teaching of soils, associated with Geography education. The aim of the research was to analyze, through Geography teaching, the importance of studying soils in Basic Education, providing students with an understanding of the natural dynamics of landscapes, as well as the maintenance of life, pointing out the main consequences of soil degradation and desertification. The research conducted was exploratory in nature, with a qualitative approach. In addition to the theoretical foundation on Geography and soil education and the critical analysis of textbooks and soil content, the methodological process involved the development of soil-related activities in two public schools in Fortaleza: EM Creusa do Carmo Rocha (municipal education network) and EEMTI Liceu do Conjunto Ceará (state education network). The practice was organized into a theoretical class on the concept and formation of soils, followed by a soil sampling activity. During the activity, it was possible to approach the study of soils from an environmental education perspective, in order to raise awareness and sensitize students to the issues of desertification and soil degradation. The soil activity demonstrated that meaningful teaching of Pedology, combined with educational materials, enhances the teaching of soils. The contribution of LAPED (Pedology Laboratory) and the university to Basic Education was also highlighted. Finally, this research served to emphasize the importance of teaching soils in Basic Education, showing students that soil is a vital component of landscapes, essential for the maintenance of life.