Conceptions of teaching and learning of children with microcephaly in Early Childhood Education in the metropolitan region of Natal
Microcephaly; Inclusion; early childhood education.
The present research has the general objective to analyze the educational trajectory and the teaching and learning conceptions of teachers of children with microcephaly in Early Childhood Education in Natal and the metropolitan region. The relationship with the theme is justified through professional work in the Public Health Department of Rio Grande do Norte – SESAP/RN and work in early childhood education. The research has a qualitative approach. The research participants were teachers and the child's mother/guardian. The data collection instruments were semi-structured interviews through virtual meetings through Zoom or Google Meet and in person, complying with biosafety protocols. Data were analyzed using Content Analysis. As a result, the study systematized conceptions and experiences of families and education professionals about the educational trajectories of children with microcephaly in the city of Natal. Finally, as a result of the study, the educational product in the form of a booklet presents teaching and learning strategies for children with microcephaly in early childhood education for the debate and socialization of Special Education knowledge in an inclusive perspective.