A importância do uso de material didáctico na educação de crianças surdas da primeira classe na Escola de Educação Especial Número 1

Abstract

The report addresses the importance of using teaching materials in the education of deaf children in the first class at the Number 1 Special Education School, presented to the Faculty of Education. The study was carried out as part of an academic internship and seeks to understand how pedagogical resources influence the teaching-learning process of these students.

The research adopts a qualitative, exploratory and descriptive approach, using semi-structured interviews with open questions addressed to teachers and participatory observation in the classroom. This methodology allowed us to capture experiences, perceptions and pedagogical practices in an authentic way, respecting the voluntariness and spontaneity of the participants. The choice of theme arose from the researcher's direct experience, who observed the scarcity of adapted materials and the creativity of teachers in overcoming communication barriers.

Data analysis revealed that teaching materials are essential for pedagogical practice with deaf students, contributing to cognitive development, language acquisition, self-esteem and active participation of students. Teachers adapt conventional materials, produce their own resources and use creative strategies to ensure understanding of content. The importance of Mozambique Sign Language (LSM) as a central element in didactic mediation was also highlighted, requiring linguistic mastery, cultural sensitivity and commitment to inclusion.(Tradução nossa)