Geoeducação no âmbito formal de ensino no Brasil a partir da Geografia escolar: análise das temáticas físico naturais na base nacional comum curricular

Abstract

Geoeducation can be addressed through Geoconservation, within both formal and non-formal educational settings. Geoconservation is essentially the conservation of terrestrial Geodiversity. This study aims to discuss the concept of Geoeducation and analyze its presence in Brazilian Formal Education, based on school Geography and the physical-natural themes outlined in the National Common Curricular Base (BNCC). The research adopted a qualitative approach, grounded in literature review and document analysis, guided by the hermeneutic method. The investigation focused on the competencies, knowledge objects, and skills related to the Geography curriculum component in the final years of Elementary Education. The results demonstrate that the BNCC includes several contents that address physical aspects of nature, such as rocks, landforms, climate, vegetation, soil, and water resources, enabling pedagogical practices aimed at developing critical geographic and socio-environmental awareness. In this sense, it is concluded that, although Geoeducation is not yet explicitly incorporated into curricular guidelines, its principles are present transversally, offering room for educational actions that integrate scientific knowledge, students' everyday experiences, and a commitment to the planet’s geoconservation.