Dança folclóricas na escola: ánalise pedagógica no contexto escolar

Abstract

This study analyzes the importance of folk dances in schools through education and how dance influences the cultural development of students. The aim was to examine the teaching of folk dance in schools, identifying which types of dances are taught and how they are approached by art teachers. The research was conducted at a school in Manaus, where students already had contact with folk dances. Teachers who participated included those from the Art and Physical Education curricular components, along with 7th and 8th-grade students from the morning shift. The 7th grade C students who completed the questionnaire consisted of 12 boys and 9 girls, ages ranging from 12 to 15 years old. The 8th grade G students who answered the questionnaire included 12 boys and 12 girls, ages ranging from 14 to 15 years old. The objective of this research was to analyze, in collaboration with students, teachers, and school coordinators, how folk dances are approached in schools. It is also aimed to verify how students perceive this theme and whether they understand the importance of integrating folk dances into the school curriculum. From the students' responses to the questionnaire and discussions on the theme of folk dances, it was observed that there is always a contextualization of the theme when addressed. Classes are divided into moments of theory and practice, often featuring student presentations. As a result, many students, when asked about their knowledge of folk dances, responded affirmatively, with many having danced at school due to this class format. Despite the students' recognition of the importance of folk dances, teachers must be dedicated to teaching this subject in the classroom. They should ensure that it is not perceived as just another topic but as an essential area of knowledge in the educational process. Educators must communicate the significance of folk dances in the school environment, enabling students to understand its relevance to their educational journey.