Aula prática como ferramenta pedagógica para aprendizagem significativa no ensino de zoologia.

Abstract

Zoology is one of the areas of biology that requires the use of differentiated strategies and methodologies such as the use of ludic activities, experimental practical classes, field practical classes and informative videos. Whereas, these diversified tools contribute in the process of constructing concepts, from the previous knowledge of the students. The aim of this research was to evaluate the significant learning of the contents of Zoology through the use of practical classes with 7th grade students. The methodology used was a didactic sequence that occurred in three moments: field class for insects collection; practical classroom classroom to assemble the entomological box with representatives of the class Insecta; production of text about what they learned during the field lesson and in the production of the entomological box. The results showed that bringing students closer to reality, giving them an opportunity to observe closely the species of our fauna, is a motivating way to teach zoology. The practical classes are methodological strategies that make this change perceptible, making the construction of knowledge, from the preexisting knowledge, promoting meaningful learning.