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- Professores como líderes transformacionaisPublication . Rodrigues, Elisabete; Henriques, Susana; Almeida, Ana PatríciaEste artigo surge na sequência de um estudo realizado sobre a implementação do Programa "A Aventura da Vida" nas escolas do 1.º Ciclo do Ensino Básico (CEB) dos municípios que integram a Comunidade Intermunicipal da Região de Leiria (CIMRL). Centra-se na liderança docente como motor da mudança educativa e do impacto na capacitação e aplicação do programa, sublinhando a relevância da educação para a saúde na escola. A investigação integrou a análise dos projetos educativos dos Agrupamentos de Escolas que participaram no estudo, a análise documental dos relatórios da CIMRL e o estudo das ações de capacitação, bem como a aplicação de inquéritos por questionário. Os resultados destacam os professores como líderes transformadores, no contexto de uma estratégia educativa apoiada pela parceria entre a Fundación EDEX, a CIMRL e a Universidade Aberta. Destacam a importância da formação contínua dos docentes e o reforço dos recursos pedagógicos, evidenciando-se percepções positivas, práticas inovadoras e melhorias no bem-estar e nas aprendizagens dos alunos. Estas conclusões reforçam a importância de investir em programas colaborativos, práticos e fundamentados, que promovam inovação, inclusão e sucesso educativo. O Programa constitui um exemplo concreto de políticas públicas eficazes, com resultados sustentáveis, onde os professores assumem um papel central na construção de uma escola mais inclusiva, saudável e inovadora.
- Interfaces between communication, education and health: a scoping review protocolPublication . Batista, Natalia Araújo do Nascimento; Henriques, Susana; Lacerda, Juciano; Aline de Pinho Dias; Muñoz Gallego, Almudena; Abreu, Danielle Correia Neves; Clemente, Heleni Aires; Bidarra, José; Araújo, Kaline Sampaio de; Coutinho, Karilany Dantas; Sanjuán Núñez, Lucía; Romão, Manoel Honorio; Freire, Maria da Guia Cunha Dantas; Tavares, Mirian; Reis, Mônica Karina Santos; Lorite García, Nicolás; Valentim, RicardoIntroduction The interfaces between the fields of communication, education and health have been indicated by international institutions such as the WHO and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control. However, hegemonic scientific practices supersede dialogue between the three fields, isolating their practices. This fragmenting tendency is observed in scientific literature, which has created gaps in the dialogue and articulation between communication, education and health. Although health promotion requires both communicative and educational practices, the epistemological, historical, political, cultural and socioeconomic aspects have also engendered tensions between the fields. Communication is often seen as a mere instrument for other practices, rather than a phenomenon that (re)produces meanings and power dynamics. In opposing the reductionist and instrumentalising perspectives of knowledge fields, the primary objective of the scoping review is to map the scientific evidence on the interfaces between communication and education in health to indicate a conceptual framework that articulates communication and education practices within the context of health. Methods and analysis A transdisciplinary team developed this protocol based on the 2024 Joanna Briggs Institute Manual for Evidence Synthesis. The procedures required to conduct the review were guided by the frameworks proposed by Arksey and O'Malley, Levac et al and Peters et al. The study eligibility criteria were established based on the Problem, Concept and Context outlined in the research questions. Primary and secondary studies will be retrieved from nine sources, covering both conventional and grey literature. These sources include Embase, ERIC, LILACS, PubMed/MEDLINE, ScienceDirect, Scopus, Web of Science, the Brazilian Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations, and the Networked Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations. A categorised form will be used for data collection and subsequent analysis. The reporting of the review findings will follow the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews. Ethics and dissemination The nature of the research and the use of secondary data sources do not require informed consent forms or approval from ethics committees in Brazil. The scientific findings from the review will be disseminated through peer-reviewed journals, academic conferences and other scientific communication channels. Study registration The protocol was registered on the Open Science Framework (OSF) and is available at https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/Z3CX7.
- Permanent health education for health economics in Brazil: a forgotten facet?Publication . Romão, Manoel Honório; Paiva, Jordana Crislayne de Lima; Silva, Lorena de Macêdo; Oliveira Junior, Elinaldo Bernardo de; Costa, João Maria Macêdo da; Felipe, Israel José dos Santos; campos, Rodrigo Pires de; Lima, Thaísa Góis Farias de Moura Santos; Rêgo, Maria Carmem F. D.; Reis, Mônica Karina Santos; Bonfim, Marilyn Anderson Alves; Valentim, Janaina Luana Rodrigues da Silva; Coutinho, Karilany Dantas; Dias, Aline de Pinho; Oliveira, Carlos Alberto Pereira de; Coitinho, Karla Mônica Dantas; Batista, Natalia Araújo do Nascimento; Rocha, Marcella A. da; Aragão, Erika Santos de; Guimarães, Jane Mary de Medeiros; Henriques, Susana; Veloso, Claudia Miranda; Valentim, Ricardo Alexsandro de Medeiros; Mendes, António QuintasIntroduction: This article analyzes the presence and induction of Permanent Health Education (PHE) in Health Economics (HE) within the official documents of the Department of Health Economics and Development (DESID) of Brazil’s Ministry of Health (MoH). Methods: This is an exploratory and descriptive qualitative study, grounded in the document analysis of 126 records categorized according to the elements proposed by Williams and content analysis based on Bardin’s method (2016). Results: The findings revealed a lack of programmatic, budgetary, and strategic guidelines specifically aimed at PHE in Health Economics, as well as a restricted provision of specialized courses and limited integration with public health management policies. Comparative analysis with international experiences, including the United Kingdom, Belgium, and South Africa, demonstrates that the institutionalization of HE training fosters greater efficiency, equity, sustainability, and rationality in the use of public resources. The findings suggest that continuous technical qualification in this field constitutes an essential component for strengthening Brazil’s National Health System (SUS). Discussion: In this context, there is a clear need for the formulation of government policies that stimulate, incentivize, and expand PHE in Health Economics, leveraging the potential of technological platforms such as AVASUS and the Brazil Telehealth Program, both of which possess significant reach, adherence, and engagement across the national territory.
- Professional roles and competencies in distance higher education: perspectives from professors and tutors at Universidade Aberta, PortugalPublication . Martins, Dércio; Morgado, Lina; Duart, Josep M.; Softić, Sandra KučinaThe expansion of online distance education has intensified debates about professional roles and competencies required for effective online teaching. This study examines how professors and tutors at Universidade Aberta (UAb, Portugal’s Open University) perceive and prioritise their professional roles and competencies. We employed sequential exploratory mixed-methods design: focus group analysis (n = 7) informed survey development assessing eight roles and 65 competencies via five-point Likert scales among 57 faculty (38 professors, 19 tutors). All roles were rated important (M > 4.0), with pedagogical (M = 4.68), social (M = 4.67), evaluator (M = 4.67), and adviser (M = 4.65) emerging as priorities. Professors rated pedagogical role significantly higher (M = 4.79 vs 4.47, p = 0.025), whilst tutors emphasised social (M = 4.89 vs 4.55, p = 0.034) and technologist roles (M = 4.63 vs 3.97, p = 0.004). Top competencies included assessing student work, demonstrating availability, adopting ethical posture, providing timely feedback, and being empathetic. Findings reveal convergence around core functions and meaningful differentiation between roles, suggesting complementary specialisation within dual-role systems. Implications address professional development programme design and institutional policies for recognising diverse competency requirements. HIGHLIGHTS • Sequential mixed-methods study examined role/competency perceptions among 57 distance education faculty at Portugal’s Open University. • All eight professional roles rated important (M > 4.0), with pedagogical, social, evaluator, and adviser emerging as top priorities. • Systematic differences revealed complementary specialisation: professors prioritise pedagogical design (M = 4.79), tutors prioritise social facilitation (M = 4.89, p = 0.034). • Tutors rated technologist role significantly higher (M = 4.63 vs 3.97, p = 0.004), reflecting differential technology engagement. • Findings inform differentiated professional development pathways and policies recognising diverse competency requirements.
- Empowering (e)ducators, inspiring learners: a cross-cultural exploration for interprofessional development through the lens of the Capability ApproachPublication . Gómez-Rey, P.; Maradiaga, J. R.; Fernández-Navarro, F.; Teixeira, António; Barroso-Tristán, J. M.The development of interprofessional capabilities has become a crucial strategy for addressing the multifaceted challenges of today’s increasingly interconnected and volatile workplace environment. This study examines Martha Nussbaum’s Capability Approach (CA) as a framework for cultivating key tangible outcomes - such as communication, critical reasoning, empathy, and collaboration - that are vital in the interprofessional context. Methodologically, the research adopts a quantitative approach to validate a life skills evaluation instrument and assess its effectiveness in diverse cultural settings. To achieve this, a Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) was conducted on a dataset comprising 138 online instructors, complemented by statistical tests to identify significant cross-cultural differences in the prioritization and implementation of key skills. The main findings underscore the potential of e-learning practices, grounded in the CA framework, as a powerful tool for fostering the development of crucial capabilities essential for cultivating competent and well-rounded professional human beings. The findings of this study provided information on how to design teaching and learning for interprofessional development in the context of Pakistan, Portugal, Spain, and the United Kingdom.
- Inteligência artificial e aprendizagem autorregulada: que desafios?Publication . Oliveira, Isolina; Pereira, Alda; Amante, Lúcia; Rocio, VitorA investigação sobre o feedback e a autorregulação da aprendizagem tem granjeado interesse com a explosão da Inteligência Artificial e os desafios que coloca à educação e, em particular, à avaliação dos estudantes. Contudo, há mais de 30 anos que se estudam esses processos para compreender como os estudantes regulam a sua própria aprendizagem ao nível motivacional, cognitivo e metacognitivo. Ao assumirem um papel proativo na geração e utilização do feedback estão a avaliar o seu próprio trabalho, o que tem implicações na forma como os professores organizam a avaliação e o apoio na aprendizagem. Este artigo elabora sobre os desafios múltiplos que se colocam à IA na avaliação digital da aprendizagem, no que respeita ao feedback e a autorregulação bem como na investigação sobre a avaliação digital. Após a discussão desses conceitos e de modelos enquadradores bem como a sua conexão com a avaliação digital conclui-se que é crucial considerar equipas multidisciplinares na investigação com IA e minimizar ou eliminar situações que podem introduzir enviesamentos em termos de género, etnias, culturas e estatutos económico ou social.
- Feedback no ensino a distância: práticas e impacto na aprendizagem em contexto moçambicanoPublication . Afonso, Ana Paula; Alizeu, Augusta; Morgado, Lina; CarmelitaEste estudo analisa a importância do feedback e a sua influência na aprendizagem dos estudantes em cursos de Ensino Superior a distância em Moçambique, com foco nas práticas de feedback utilizadas numa Licenciatura em Ensino de História. O estudo, de abordagem mista, envolveu 166 estudantes e 8 docentes. Os resultados mostram que estudantes que receberam feedback elaborado alcançaram taxas de aprovação de 85,7%, comparadas a 62,5% nos casos de feedback corretivo e 66,7% no feedback motivacional. Verificou-se ainda que o feedback motivacional é o menos frequente (8,1%) e que a ausência de práticas estruturadas limita o desempenho académico. Conclui-se que é necessário promover formação docente específica e estabelecer diretrizes institucionais para práticas de feedback eficazes em ambientes virtuais de aprendizagem.
- From presence to proximity in online higher education: students’ lived and desired relationshipsPublication . Aires, LuísaThis article examines how students experience and build relational ties in online higher education. Using a hermeneutic phenomenological approach, it analyses students’ lived and desired relationships across four domains: the online campus, the degree programme, teachers, and peers. One hundred and forty-four students completed an open-ended questionnaire. Their narratives informed the Relational Proximity Matrix (RPM), a framework used to map connections and distinguish transformative, functional, and residual modes of proximity. Findings indicate strong affective and supportive ties among peers, whereas interactions with teachers and the online campus are often formal or instrumental. The study concludes that relational proximity, rather than access alone, depends critically on recognition, reciprocity, and pedagogical care. The RPM offers a heuristic orientation that may inform educational design and support educators and institutions in cultivating practices that enhance relational quality.
- Tecnologia, sustentabilidade e desigualdade social: desafios e perspectivas na revolução digitalPublication . Vieira, Marianne; Neves, Gabriela Furtado; Medeiros, Aparecida Dantas de Almeida; Vieira, Alberto da Costa; Henriques, Susana; Veloso, Cláudia Miranda; Valentim, Ricardo; Reis, Mario dosEste estudo investiga a relação entre a Revolução Digital, sustentabilidade e desigualdade social. O objetivo é entender como as Tecnologias da Informação e Comunicação (TIC) podem impulsionar mudanças estruturais e reduzir desigualdades, ao mesmo tempo em que geram exclusão digital em populações marginalizadas. A metodologia utilizada foi uma revisão de literatura, com base em obras de autores como Schwab (2016) e Bielschowsky e Torres (2018), que fornecem uma visão crítica sobre os impactos da Revolução Digital. Os resultados revelam que, embora as TIC ofereçam oportunidades de inclusão social e econômica, elas também intensificam disparidades, principalmente nas regiões em desenvolvimento, onde o acesso à internet e outras tecnologias ainda é limitado. A conclusão aponta para a necessidade de políticas públicas que promovam o acesso equitativo à tecnologia e reduzam as barreiras digitais, favorecendo o desenvolvimento sustentável e a equidade social.
- Teachers’ conceptions about inclusion and work with students with Special Educational Needs in PortugalPublication . Inês, Helena; Seabra, Filipa; Pacheco, José AugustoThis paper aimed to analyse the conceptions of Portuguese regular education teachers about working with students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), using a quantitative methodology. We present data collected via a closed-question online survey (n = 50). The results point to a growing concern with managing diversity, particularly among students with SEN, observable in the respondents’ conceptions. Respondents advocated differentiated teaching and tasks designed according to the student’s profile. However, there were no clear signs of students’ and their parents’ involvement. There appears to be a gap between the theoretical legal discourse and the practices teachers report implementing in the regular classroom, revealing that there is room for improvement towards more effective, inclusive responses.