GÊNERO E SEXUALIDADE NO ENSINO DE HISTÓRIA MEDIADO POR RECURSOS EDUCACIONAIS DIGITAIS NO YOUTUBE

Abstract

The research addressed the issue of evaluating the potential of YouTube as an educational tool in the context of history education, specifically concerning gender and sexuality. The main objective was to identify how the platform can enhance history education in this specific area. The study included an in-depth analysis of the content available on YouTube related to gender and sexuality in history education, highlighting the scarcity of resources directly applicable in high school classes. Instead, the materials proved more suitable for lesson preparation and teacher training. The research emphasizes the importance of incorporating discussions about gender and sexuality into the history curriculum. This approach allows for the exploration of historical aspects of oppression, discrimination, and resistance, contributing to students' understanding of complex social dynamics and fostering critical thinking. Furthermore, the inclusion of these topics in the school curriculum is essential for promoting respect for diversity and building a more egalitarian and respectful society. The study also incorporates interviews with high school history teachers from the public schools in Pires do Rio, Goiás, with the aim of understanding their perspectives on the subject. The analysis of these interviews was conducted following Bardin's Content Analysis methodology (1977). As a result of the research, an innovative educational product was developed, consisting of videos and a teaching guide. These resources were specifically designed to assist teachers in addressing gender and sexuality in their history classes, thus contributing to the education of more aware and critical citizens in a more inclusive and respectful society. In summary, the research highlights the importance of promoting the discussion of gender and sexuality in history education while underscoring the need for greater emphasis on these topics in Brazilian curriculum documents, especially in the National Common Curricular Base (BNCC).