Para além da zona de conforto: Um Estágio de Desafios, Aprendizagens e Superação

Abstract

This School Placement Report was conducted as part of the Master's Degree in Physical Education Teaching for Basic and Secondary Education (EEFEBS) and took place over the course of an academic year at a school in the metropolitan area of Porto. This school placement provided a unique opportunity for both personal and professional development, marked by numerous challenges and moments of self-growth. The teaching practice allowed me to apply the knowledge acquired, reflect on my performance as a teacher, and gradually improve classroom management, lesson planning, and key factors of teaching effectiveness. Throughout the school placement, I encountered difficulties related to student motivation, which prompted deeper reflection on the topic and led to the development of a literature review focused on motivation within the context of Physical Education. This theoretical work aimed to deepen the understanding of factors influencing student engagement by analysing different theories and pedagogical strategies based on relevant studies in the field. This report therefore outlines the entire journey undertaken during the school placement, covering the institutional context, teaching practices, involvement in the school community, , and the research project developed. Overall, it reflects a demanding yet highly enriching experience that significantly contributed to the development of my identity as a future teacher.