Possibilidades de inclusão nas aulas de educação física : um relato de experiência

Abstract

The present work is an experience report on inclusion in Physical Education classes, with an emphasis on inclusive bodily practices aimed at individuals with visual impairments. To this end, these inclusive practices were planned and developed by students of the Physical Education Licensure program at the University of the State of Amazonas (UEA). The objective of this research was to report the experiences lived by the Physical Education students based on an intervention carried out in the curricular component Intervention Projects at the University of the State of Amazonas (UEA), with activities directed toward the theme of inclusion in Physical Education classes. This qualitative and descriptive research was based on observations and experiences arising from the Intervention Projects curricular component in the 5th semester of the Physical Education Licensure program at UEA. The target group of the intervention, which involved inclusive practices, consisted of 26 students of both genders from

the 5th grade of Elementary School at Getúlio Vargas State School, located in the central- southern region of Manaus, Amazonas. The activities developed addressed the theme of

inclusion through practical dynamics, such as orientation routes with blindfolded eyes and reflective discussions on empathy and respect for differences. The results showed that the students expanded their understanding of disabilities and demonstrated more empathetic and collaborative attitudes. For the participating university students, the experience enabled the development of pedagogical skills and strengthened teaching self-efficacy, highlighting the importance of practical training in building a more inclusive and citizenship-oriented Physical Education. It is concluded that the inclusive practices implemented in the school contributed to recognizing diversity and promoting ethical and social values essential for democratic coexistence among all those involved