Letramento ambiental e caatinga : experiência em escola da zona rural no município de Cícero Dantas/BA

Abstract

This study aims to investigate and promote environmental literacy at the Marinho Gomes de Oliveira Municipal School, located in the São João da Fortaleza District, in the municipality of Cícero Dantas, Bahia, aiming to strengthen environmental education among students, educators, and the community. To this end, a mixed methodological approach is adopted, combining qualitative and quantitative methods. Educational activities will be developed, such as workshops, field trips, mapping of caatinga flora species, discussion groups, lectures, and other activities focused on raising awareness and environmental education. The theoretical framework encompasses core concepts of environmental literacy, environmental education, sustainable development, and innovative pedagogical practices, drawing on the contributions of Freire (1996), Morin (2001), and Araújo (2012), among others. The research is grounded in approaches that promote meaningful learning, critical reflection, and transformative action in the face of environmental issues. The study's relevance lies in the growing urgency of environmental education in the face of global challenges such as the climate crisis, biodiversity loss, and ecosystem degradation. In this context, schools play an essential role in developing critical and conscientious citizens capable of acting responsibly and sustainably. The research is expected to contribute to strengthening environmental literacy among students, teachers, management, and the school community, encouraging sustainable practices and fostering a culture of participation, engagement, and socio-environmental responsibility.