A Integração entre Teoria e Prática na Educação Profissional e Tecnológica: Uma revisão sistemática

Abstract

Professional and Technological Education (PTE) plays a significant role in shaping individuals capable of integrating scientific, technical, and social knowledge in dialogue with the demands of the labor market and life in society. This study aims to understand how the integration of theory and practice, through pedagogical practices, contributes to enhancing educational processes within PTE. The research is characterized as social and applied in nature, employing a qualitative approach and exploratory and explanatory objectives, and was conducted through a systematic literature review. The survey covered works published between 2021 and 2025 focusing on Professional and Technological Education, pedagogical practices, curriculum, teacher training, teaching methods, and the social function of this educational modality. Analysis of the studies reveals that integrating theory and practice is an essential principle for holistic education, although its implementation still faces challenges related to curricular fragmentation, pedagogical planning, teacher training, and institutional teaching conditions. The results indicate that integrative practices, contextualized methodologies, articulated curricula, and the intentional pedagogical use of technologies foster more meaningful learning and increase student participation in the educational process. The study also highlights the importance of teacher training and institutional initiatives aimed at strengthening collective pedagogical work. It concludes that the integration of theory and practice enhances PTE by bridging knowledge, professional training, and social reality, thereby reaffirming its relevance as a public policy committed to critical, inclusive, and socially grounded education.