Polytechnic Curriculum Units as Pedagogical Innovation: Integrating Chemistry and Physical Education in High School

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17058/rea.v33i1.20363

Keywords:

química, educação física, ensino médio, instituto federal

Abstract

This study presents a Polytechnic Curriculum Unit (PCU) that integrates Chemistry and Physical Education, highlighting the potential of contextualized and interdisciplinary teaching. PCUs are curriculum components designed collaboratively by multiple disciplines, aligned with polytechnic core objectives and the contents of basic and technological areas. The methodology followed a qualitative action-research approach, with joint teaching activities over three months. Topics addressed included anabolic steroids, energy drinks, hepatotoxicity from weight loss supplements, thermogenics, and dietary products. These themes were explored from both chemical and physical education perspectives, promoting meaningful learning through real-life contexts. The experience fostered integration between scientific investigation, innovation, sociocultural mediation, and entrepreneurship—pillars of the polytechnic approach. Results demonstrate that PCUs can transcend traditional curricular boundaries by encouraging articulation among knowledge areas and providing a more dynamic and relevant educational experience.Palavras-chave: Interdisciplinaridade; Metodologias ativas; Ensino Médio Integrado.

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Author Biographies

  • Mayker Miranda, Instituto Federal do Triângulo Mineiro - Campus Uberlândia Centro

    Possui graduação em química licenciatura plena pela Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso - UFMT (2008). Mestrado em química pela Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul - UFMS (2011) e doutorado em química pela mesma instituição (2014). Atualmente é professor efetivo do IFTM - Campus Uberlândia Centro.

  • Karina Estela Costa

    Graduada em Educação Física (UFU). Mestre em Genética e Bioquímica (UFU). Professora efetiva do IFTM - Campus Uberlândia Centro.

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Published

2025-07-22

Issue

Vol. 33 (2025)

Section

Artigos do Fluxo

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How to Cite

Polytechnic Curriculum Units as Pedagogical Innovation: Integrating Chemistry and Physical Education in High School. (2025). Reflexão E Ação, 33(1). https://doi.org/10.17058/rea.v33i1.20363