A educação física e o tempo de tela: percepções de professores de educação física de Alagoas

Abstract

The increase in screen time among children and adolescents is a widely observed and debated social phenomenon. The increase is related to the spread of electronic devices, such as smartphones, televisions and computers, which, although they facilitate access to information and entertainment, can also contribute to a eduction in the practice of physical activities. The objective of this research was to nderstand the perceptions of Physical Education teachers in Alagoas, at different stages of their professional careers, regarding “screen time” and the relationship with pedagogical practice in the area. The study followed the perspective of descriptive, exploratory research, with a qualitative approach. The instrument used to carry out the collection was the semi-structured interview. In this way, it was possible to understand the perceptions of school Physical Education teachers in Alagoas about the relationship between “screen time” with education and their pedagogical practices, making it possible to observe that the participants have a conservative view on “screen time”, focused on behavioral and health issues. Amidst a possible ban on cell phones in public and private schools in Brazil, it is necessary to expand the understanding of the relationship between the use of these devices and the pedagogical practices of Physical Education teachers.