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The Ministry of Education (MEC) is now accepting applications for the PROFLETRAS program, offering a unique opportunity for those who wish to specialize in Literature in Brazil. But be careful: applications close TODAY and time is running out.
At this crucial time, more than 700 vacancies are available in universities across the country. However, the most important information goes beyond the numbers.
Did you know that this is one of the few opportunities for Portuguese Language masters to secure excellent training without having to put their jobs aside? If you haven't signed up yet, time is running out!
According to the National Coordination of the program, the Professional Master's Degree in Letters (PROFLETRAS) is an initiative approved by the Coordination for the Improvement of Higher Education Personnel (CAPES), linked to the MEC.
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he seeks train Portuguese Language teachers for Elementary Education in a semi-presential manner, using the Open University of Brazil (UAB) System. With this, the proposal is to improve the quality of education throughout the national territory.
Opportunities from north to south of the country
The 705 places distributed across 48 Brazilian universities represent a rare opportunity to enroll in a master's degree focused on pedagogical practice and the needs of public education.
According to the MEC, PROFLETRAS focuses on improving the performance of Portuguese Language teachers in Elementary Education. The program is coordinated by the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), with the collaboration of Associated Institutions, which implement the course in various regions of the country.
Among the institutions with open vacancies, the following stands out: Federal University of Northern Tocantins (UFNT), which offers 11 vacancies at its Integrated Science Center (CCI) located in the city of Araguaína.
The program aims to meet the needs of various regions of Brazil, providing access to quality training, regardless of the teacher's geographic location.
Registration is open — but not for long
The notice for the National Access Exam to PROFLETRAS 2024 was published on August 12, 2024, and registration began on August 22, 2024. The deadline to secure your place ends at 23:59 pm TODAY, September 22, 2024.
Applications must be submitted exclusively through the website of the Permanent Selection Center of the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (COMPERVE/UFRN). This centralized system allows candidates from all over Brazil to participate in the selection process in an easy and accessible manner.
For more information, candidates can access the COMPERVE website (https://comperve.ufrn.br/conteudo/posgraduacao/profletras/202402/informacoes.php), which contains all the details about the selection process, schedule and requirements needed to participate.
The deadline is fast approaching, so it is essential to register as soon as possible.
Benefits of PROFLETRAS for teachers
One of the great differences of PROFLETRAS is its semi-presential modality, which allows teachers from different regions to combine the course with their professional activities.
According to information released by the MEC, the program was designed to serve Portuguese Language teachers who work in Elementary Education in public schools throughout Brazil.
Furthermore, the course offers practical and theoretical development, aimed at improving teaching practice.
The goal is for teachers trained by the program to be able to immediately apply the knowledge acquired in the classroom., directly impacting the quality of education offered to students. For many, this is an opportunity to reach a higher level in their career and contribute to the development of education in the country.
How to Apply
To secure your place at PROFLETRAS, you must meet certain requirements, such as being a Portuguese Language teacher in Elementary School and having a higher education degree in Literature.
In addition, the candidate must register on the COMPERVE website, filling out the form and paying the registration fee by the deadline.
The selection test consists of a written assessment, which will be carried out in October 2024. The content of the test covers knowledge of Portuguese Language and Literature, with a focus on questions that assess teaching practice and the application of knowledge in the classroom.
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of one of the most renowned master's programs in the field of Literature in Brazil. With limited spaces available and an application deadline that ends today, now is the time to take action to transform your career.
Will you let this unique opportunity slip by and miss out on the chance to advance your career while hundreds of teachers across Brazil prepare to make history?
