Vol. 2 No. 3 (2019): INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL EDUCATION AND TEACHING - IJET - PDVL

Dear readers, researchers, and collaborators,

It is with great satisfaction that we present the 2019.3 edition of IJET-PDVL, reaffirming our commitment to scientific dissemination and the promotion of knowledge as a universal good. We deeply thank all the authors, reviewers, and editorial team members who contributed to this publication. Each article in this edition represents a collective effort to advance research and educational innovation.

This edition features studies and experiences that directly engage with teaching, learning, and educational inclusion. We highlight the following works:

1. Educational Game as a Proposal for Teaching Botany – This study presents the development and application of the game "Velha Botânica" in a school in Piauí, promoting playful learning about plant groups and their characteristics. The game proved to be an effective resource for motivating and engaging students in Botany studies.

2. Analysis of the Approach to the Area of Plane Figures in the BNCC – The article examines how the Brazilian Common National Curriculum (BNCC) addresses the concept of area in Basic Education, identifying a strong emphasis on numerical aspects over geometric understanding, potentially limiting students’ conceptual development.

3. Environmental Education and Integrative Experiences – A project developed around the Private Natural Heritage Reserve (RPPN) Fazenda Almas in Cariri Paraibano, highlighting environmental practices and ecological awareness among students.

4. Enzyme Activity as a Didactic Tool – This article describes the use of practical experiments in Biology teaching, exploring enzyme activity to help students better understand biochemical processes in high school.

5. Tutoring for Deaf and Blind Students at IFRN – A reflection on a tutoring initiative for students with disabilities at the Federal Institute of Rio Grande do Norte, demonstrating how accessibility can be promoted in technical and higher education.

6. Learning Orthographic Regularities with Games – The study investigates how orthographic games can help elementary students retain spelling rules, making learning more dynamic and meaningful.

7. The Scenario of Specialized Educational Services for Deaf Students – A study on practices and challenges in specialized educational services in public schools in Uruçuí-PI, emphasizing the importance of teacher training for effective inclusion.

Each of these articles makes a significant contribution to advancing educational research, bringing innovative solutions and critical reflections on teaching and learning. We invite everyone to explore this edition, drawing inspiration from the ideas presented and contributing to the construction of a more accessible and transformative education.

Happy reading!