(Re) pensando o ensino de história: valorizando a identidade negra na Escola Estadual Luiz Alves Ferreira, no Quilombo Liberdade em São Luís-MA

Abstract

This work addresses the theme of Black Identity in the context of the teaching of History at the Luiz Alves Ferreira State School, in São Luís do Maranhão, highlighting the importance of teaching history in the identity formation of individuals. The research used methods such as interviews and structured questionnaires, applied to students in the 3rd year of high school, History teachers, pedagogical supervisors and school managers, as well as participant observation and informal conversations. The main objective was to investigate to what extent the teaching of History contributes to the construction and appreciation of the black identity of the students of this school. The theoretical categories explored include concepts of race and racism, culture, urban quilombo and black identity, based on contributions from several authors. The study is based on the assumption that the school should incorporate content that promotes diversity in its pedagogical practices, based on the National Curriculum Guidelines for the Education of Ethnic-Racial Relations. For these guidelines to be effectively implemented, it is necessary to invest in teacher training, ensure adequate resources, and encourage discussions with students. These actions aim to create a school environment that values diversity in all its dimensions, especially in the teaching of History. In addition, this work reinforces the importance of complying with Law 10.639/2003, which requires the inclusion of the history and culture of the black population in the school curriculum, promoting the representativeness and recognition of black students in relation to their history and identity.