Jogos didáticos para a divulgação de mulheres cientistas: uma experiência com estudantes de Macapá e Santana

Abstract

This work addresses the use of didactic games as an innovative pedagogical tool to promote scientific dissemination and value female representation in science. The research arises from the urgent need to combat gender stereotypes that have historically distanced women from scientific areas and to inspire female students to see themselves as protagonists in this field. This work was carried out with elementary school and high school students in the cities of Macapá and Santana, the intervention used educational games to present the trajectory and contributions of women scientists. For this, two didactic games were produced (Memory Game and Trail Game), which in addition to transmitting scientific content, highlighted inspiring stories of scientists. The development of this work demonstrated that didactic games are effective in transforming learning, breaking gender stereotypes and promoting the recognition of women scientists.