Teaching Physics within STS Approach: Contributions Between Sciences and Act 10.639/2003

TL;DR

This paper explores integrating African and Afro-Brazilian history into physics education through the STS approach, aiming to enhance understanding of cultural contributions and address educational challenges.

Contribution

It develops formative actions for teaching physics with an STS approach that incorporates Act 10.639/2003, emphasizing African and Afro-Brazilian contributions.

Findings

Improved student understanding of racial relations in physics education.

Positive impact of STS approach on cultural inclusivity.

Enhanced awareness of African contributions to science and technology.

Abstract

This paper is aimed to develop formative actions about Science Technology and Society (STS) relations in the teaching of Physics in order to integrate Act 10.639/2003, which includes African, and Afro-Brazilian history and culture in school syllabuses. Besides we also aim to overcome the challenges found in the educational system and to enable students to learn about the contributions made by African societies regarding to the Science and technology. The methodological procedure included a written questionnaire, pre- and post-test, both with the students. The results have been proven relevant for the teaching of racial relations in the classroom.