Alfabetização midiática e informacional na educação básica: o papel de professores(as) dos anos iniciais do ensino fundamental

Abstract

In the current context of digital culture in which society is immersed, with increasing access to digital information and communication networks, questions about the critical use of information and media emerge. In this scenario, it is necessary to work with media and information literacy (MIL) already in the basic schooling to develop critical reading on information conveyed in digital media and networks as well as promote scientific education considering the elements that constitute the digital culture. In this perspective, this work aims to understand the perceptions of teachers of the early years of elementary school about their role in the training process for MIL and scientific education of students of basic education in the context of digital culture. The methodological organization follows the premises of qualitative research. The subjects of the research are graduates of an extension course on emerging technologies for learning offered by a Brazilian public university. The data collection instruments were, in the first stage, a questionnaire; and in the second stage, individual semistructured interviews. Results show that the teachers (s) are immersed in digital culture, making use of the internet both for work and leisure activities. In addition, they use digital platforms in the classroom, especially YouTube, and also digital learning objects. Study participants use the internet with students for research as well as books and offline library materials. They have the notion of MIL as a right for the promotion of citizenship and recognize the importance of their role in this demand, as well as point out the need for initial and continuing teacher training that allows the development of MIL skills. The study is limited by the number of participants in the interviews, restricting the context of analysis. Still, bring contributions to reflection of the role of these professionals for the promotion of MIL in the perspective of scientific education for the promotion of citizenship in digital culture.