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MEC launches free online course for teachers and managers. 150 vacancies! Sign up and train yourself in inclusive practices!
The Ministry of Education (MEC), in collaboration with the Coordination for the Improvement of Higher Education Personnel (Capes), provides 150 thousand vacancies for the free, fully online extension course (EAD). Aimed at teachers and managers of basic education throughout Brazil, these courses seek to strengthen inclusive and anti-racist educational practices. Registration can be done on the websites of the 40 participating higher education institutions.
The free online course (EAD) aims to promote racial literacy and encourage pedagogical practices that respect and value ethnic-racial diversity. The training focuses on teacher trainingmanagers to work with fundamental themes such as Ethnic-Racial Relations (Erer) and Quilombola School Education (EEQ), aligned with the National Equity Policy (Pneerq) established by the MEC. Thus, participants will be able to apply knowledge that values cultures, traditions and languages of diverse subjects.
How are MEC's free online courses structured?
The training is divided into four modules that cover the following topics:
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- Brazilian Ethnic-Racial and Quilombola Panorama
- Cultures and Territorialities
- Anti-Racist Education in Practice
- Democratic Management for Diversity
With a workload of 120 hours, the free online course (EAD) offers a virtual learning environment from the MEC (AVA) that facilitates access to quality classes, debates and teaching materials. These activities stimulate critical reflection and the development of anti-racist pedagogical projects, offering comprehensive training for educators who wish to promote equity in their practices.
Who can apply and what are the requirements?
Teachers and administrators of public basic education from all over Brazil can register for the free online course (EAD), free of charge. Participation requires internet access to use the Capes AVA, where all study materials will be made available. The MEC training is open to all those who are dedicated to an inclusive school environment and wish to implement educational practices that combat racism.
What is the course schedule?
- Beginning of Classes : March 2025
- Modality : 100% EAD through Capes AVA
- Partnerships : Open University of Brazil (UAB) and Federal University of São João del-Rei (UFSJ)
- Organization : 120 hours divided into four thematic modules
Registration for the free course
Applications for the 150 MEC vacancies are available until they are filled, with classes scheduled to start in March 2025. Access the Capes website or the portal of the institution of your choice and take advantage of this chance to develop inclusive and transformative practices in education!
Can I enroll even though I have 2 semesters left to complete my degree in pedagogy?
Excellent initiative! Congratulations to the educational institutions that made this possible!