Libras na educação básica : uma revisão

Abstract

Brazilian Sign Language (LIBRAS) is a linguistic system with visual-motor characteristics that is performed through the articulation of hand signals. Its representation configures the letters of the alphabet, being essential for communication by people with hearing impairments. In Brazil, the language is officially recognized as a foreign language. The objective of this article was to review the general theme of LIBRAS, considering its historical context and its importance in continuing education, as well as its use in basic education. A research was carried out in the format of a bibliographic review of the literature. From this review it was possible to observe that, due to the increasing number of students with special needs in the classroom, the challenges increase with the lack of teacher training. This fact highlights the need for continuing education for teachers. The lack of these trained professionals makes it essential to use visual strategies, in addition to the support of interpreters, reinforcing the importance of adapted methodologies, mainly in the teaching of Sciences and Biology, where there is the specificity of technical terms to be translated into LIBRAS. Therefore, knowledge and ongoing training are important for the effective inclusion of students with hearing impairments, ensuring access to quality education.