Análise da gestão escolar participativa no processo de ensino e aprendizagem (PEA): caso da Escola Primária de Corromana – Molumbo, na província da Zambézia (2022- 2023)

Abstract

This monograph addresses the analysis of participatory school management in the Teaching and Learning Process at Corromana Primary School – Molumbo, during the period 2022- 2023, based on the following question: What measures are being adopted to improve participatory school management at Corromana Primary School? The research is of qualitative nature and employed documentary analysis and interviews conducted with eight (8) members representing the School Council. The results indicate that the members are aware of and understand their responsibilities, which are divided into two main areas: school management and administration, encompassing the management of human, material, physical, and financial resources, and pedagogical management, responsible for educational planning, defining teaching methods, and achieving objectives related to knowledge production. To enhance participatory school management, the school has implemented democratic and decentralized management practices, ensuring the participation of all Council members and the school community in decision-making, promoting transparency, collaboration, and active involvement in the Teaching and Learning Process. Among the observed advances are increased participation of Council members, knowledge of responsibilities, a higher number of students, and good physical conditions of the school. However, limitations were also identified, such as gossip among Council members, voluntary departure of competent members, difficulties in managing Direct School Support, and weak participation of parents and guardians in the Teaching and Learning Process. To overcome these limitations, it is recommended that the school administration, in coordination with the Council, promote awareness campaigns for parents and the community and regularly listen to suggestions, complaints, and concerns, incorporating them into management practices. In this way, the Teaching and Learning Process is understood as a collective and participatory process, based on joint construction, representation, co-responsibility, and consensus, ensuring that the School Council‘s goals are achieved efficiently and effectively.