Do Sonho à Realidade: uma jornada de desenvolvimento pessoal e profissional de uma estudante-estagiária

Abstract

This document describes the transformative journey I experienced during my School Placement. I began this stage with expectations and concerns, but with the determination to fully embrace a sound pedagogical practice. In the initial framework, I reflect on how my previous experiences and the school context shaped my pedagogical approach, facilitating my adaptation to this stage. In Area 1, I focus on the development of my pedagogical practice, showing how planning and factors of didactic-methodological effectiveness were key components that drove my professional growth. I faced challenges in using different instructional models, adjusting strategies to improve learning and better understand students' needs. Moreover, the assessment process was arduous but encouraged me to find methodologies that provided a critical and constructive view of the teaching-learning process. Flexibility and creativity were essential, but it was continuous reflection that guided this process, allowing me to critically analyze my pedagogical actions, subsequently adjusting strategies and creating inclusive, student-centered learning environments. In Area 2, I highlight the importance of involvement in extracurricular activities (e.g., "Dia do Bolo" and Sarau), and how these were pivotal experiences that allowed me to understand the other roles of the profession, deeply integrating myself into the school community. In Area 3, I present how the research study on the application of different instructional models enriched my understanding of Physical Education teaching. This research was crucial in understanding the impact of instructional models on my pedagogical practice and their role in building a more solid and conscious professional identity. This journey reaffirmed my passion for teaching and the importance of a reflective teaching practice focused on the holistic development of students.