Experiences in Environmental Education at the Institute of Science and Technology Education of Maranhão (IEMA), Bacabal

Abstract

This work aimed to report and disseminate the experiences in environmental education implemented at the Instituto de Educação Ciência e Tecnologia do Maranhão, Bacabal (Brazil), using many learning strategies, such as active methodologies and Project Based Learning. The actions were carried out through elective courses, research projects and exhibition events by the students involved. The actions contributed to forming people who care about the environment around them, in addition to encouraging students to think about the environmental problems of the school and the community and to propose solutions that can be implemented.