Banca de QUALIFICAÇÃO: CLAUDIANE DOS SANTOS VASCONCELOS

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STUDENT : CLAUDIANE DOS SANTOS VASCONCELOS
DATE: 12/06/2025
TIME: 15:30
LOCAL: videoconferência no link: https://meet.google.com/ohf-zqve-wna
TITLE:

INCLUSIVE EDUCATION AT UFRN: THE IMPACT OF IGNORANCE OF INSTITUTIONAL GUIDELINES ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF INCLUSIVE MEASURES

KEY WORDS:

Educational Inclusion; Specific Educational Needs (SEN); Accessibility; Resolution No. 016/2023-CONSEPE; Democratic Management.

PAGES: 71
BIG AREA: Ciências Sociais Aplicadas
AREA: Administração
SUMMARY:

This study addresses the inclusion of students with Specific Educational Needs (SEN) in higher education institutions, focusing on the measures established by Resolution No. 016/2023CONSEPE of the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), which aims to promote accessibility and the full participation of these students in the academic environment. The guiding principle of the research is the motto "Nothing about us without us," which emphasizes the importance of the active participation of people with disabilities in the formulation and implementation of public policies, especially in the educational context. The research problem guiding this study questions how the lack of awareness regarding the guidelines of Resolution No. 016/2023-CONSEPE affects the inclusion of students with SEN at UFRN and what strategies can be adopted to increase adherence to these actions by members of the academic community. The central question, therefore, is how the lack of information about inclusion policies impacts institutional practice. The main hypothesis of the study is that the lack of awareness of the guidelines established by the resolution compromises the effectiveness of inclusion and accessibility actions at UFRN. This lack of knowledge creates gaps in the adaptation of educational environments, negatively affecting the full participation of students with SEN in academic activities. Regarding the theoretical framework, the study relies on a review of Brazilian legislation related to educational inclusion, such as the Brazilian Inclusion Law (2015), the Statute of Persons with Disabilities, and the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UN, 2006). In addition, the research engages with the theory of democratic management in higher education, highlighting the importance of active participation by all stakeholders in decision-making processes. Methodologically, the research is characterized as a qualitative study with an exploratory approach. Interviews were conducted with professors, course coordinators, and students with SEN to assess their level of knowledge about the resolution's guidelines. Furthermore, the study included the development of educational materials (a booklet and an informational video) designed to facilitate the accessible dissemination of the guidelines. The results indicated an insufficient knowledge of the resolution’s guidelines among professors, coordinators, and students with SEN, which hinders the implementation of inclusion and accessibility actions. Additionally, the findings suggest that producing educational materials focused on accessibility and information clarity can be an effective strategy for improving understanding and adherence to inclusive policies. In the discussion, the findings were analyzed in light of the principles of democratic management and legislation on educational inclusion. The research showed that, although there have been legislative advances, the effectiveness of public inclusion policies depends on the adequate dissemination of information and a collective commitment from all members of the academic community. Finally, the conclusion highlights the importance of continuous actions to promote inclusion and accessibility, emphasizing the need for greater involvement of the academic community in implementing the guidelines of Resolution No. 016/2023-CONSEPE. The study suggests strengthening communication channels about inclusion policies as fundamental for ensuring a more inclusive and accessible university environment.

COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
Interna - 1753441 - CYNARA CARVALHO DE ABREU
Presidente - 1804830 - JOSE GUILHERME DA SILVA SANTA ROSA
Interna - 1753603 - PATRICIA BORBA VILAR GUIMARAES