EDUCAÇÃO E CIDADANIA EM PRÁTICA: A GAMIFICAÇÃO COMO ESTRATÉGIA PARA JOVENS INSTITUCIONALIZADOS

Abstract

The article discusses the situation of children and adolescents living in institutional care in Brazil, highlighting the structural, social, and educational challenges faced by this group, which is often marked by stigma and social invisibility. Based on the Statute of the Child and Adolescent, it emphasizes that institutional care is a protective, provisional, and exceptional measure, distinct from socio-educational measures applied to adolescents who commit infractions, despite the frequent social confusion between these two realities. In this context, the article presents an educational proposal derived from the Carreira XP project, which aims to promote the development of personal, social, and professional competencies, contributing to the expansion of future prospects for institutionalized youth. The proposed didactic sequence uses active methodologies and elements of gamification, fostering engagement, critical reflection, and meaningful learning. The integrated approach demonstrated potential to strengthen autonomy, protagonism, and a sense of belonging, by addressing topics such as communication, emotional intelligence, the world of work, and financial education. The results indicate that structured learning pathways contribute to the construction of more conscious life projects and to the holistic development of participants. The study concludes that innovative pedagogical practices in institutional care settings can generate positive social impact, reinforcing the need for continuous investment in inclusive and transformative educational strategies