Tempos escolares livres no contexto da era hiperconectada: para o quê e para onde está dedicada a atenção das crianças?

Abstract

Understanding the influence of digital culture on children's attention in early childhood, in a hyperconnected era, is essential. This study adopts a qualitative approach, using direct participant observation and field notes as data collection methods. Conducted at Paulo Henrique Costa Bandeira Municipal School, in Maceió-AL, the study focuses on 1st-grade elementary school children. The overall objective is to understand where children's attention is directed during their free school time. After data collection, four analytical categories were defined: mediation of digital culture, mediation brought from daily life, attention in free play, and mediation as body control. Observations revealed behavior patterns related to digital culture, social interactions, and activity preferences during school breaks. Findings indicate that mediation of digital culture, school practices, and daily experiences significantly influence children's attention. This study contributes to a deeper understanding of the topic, with the Manifesto Onlife as its main theoretical reference.