Federal Institute of São Paulo (IFSP) Opens Registration for a Free Specialization in Interdisciplinary Teaching of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. With 30 spots and in-person night classes, the course offers certification recognized by MEC.
Have you ever thought about transforming your academic career without spending a dime? An opportunity for a specialization, completely free and with certification recognized by the Ministry of Education (MEC), is available for educators throughout Brazil.
The Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of São Paulo (IFSP), Araraquara Campus, is calling interested parties to participate in an innovative course that promises to broaden professional horizons in 2025.
Free Course with MEC Certification
IFSP announced, through Public Notice No. 3/2024, the opening of 30 spots for the Graduate Lato Sensu course in Interdisciplinary Teaching of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.
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Without costs for enrollment, tuition, or registration, the specialization stands out as an excellent training opportunity for teachers.
The course, aimed at educators with degrees recognized by MEC, has as its main objective the integration of Natural Sciences and Mathematics in an innovative and interdisciplinary approach.
Classes will be held in person at night, every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, from 7 PM to 10:35 PM, over two semesters.
Inclusion and Equal Opportunities
In addition to offering a quality specialization, IFSP reaffirms its commitment to inclusion. Part of the spots is reserved for affirmative actions, benefiting candidates who are black, mixed-race, or indigenous (PPI), quilombola, and people with disabilities (PCD).
This policy reinforces diversity within the program and expands opportunities for historically underrepresented groups.
Candidates will be selected based on the analysis of supporting documents, such as a bachelor’s degree diploma and teaching experience, as well as other criteria established by the notice.
This stringent selection ensures that participants have suitable profiles and motivation to make the most of the course.
Details of the Selection Process
Applications began after the publication of the notice and will remain open until February 9, 2025, at 11:59 PM (Brasília time).
Interested parties must fill out the online form available at the link: https://forms.gle/WxmgKrc1zQ9nwYjp7.
The organization of the selection process is the responsibility of the Course Committee, which will evaluate the following documents and criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree certificate issued by an institution recognized by MEC;
- Proof of teaching experience;
- Other criteria described in the notice, which may include qualitative analysis of documents.
The stages of the selection process will follow this schedule:
- Announcement of the preliminary result: February 12, 2025;
- Appeal period: until February 13, 2025;
- Announcement of the final result: February 14, 2025.
A Course to Transform Careers
The specialization offered by IFSP is not just a qualification opportunity.
It is also an invitation for educators to broaden their academic perspective and contribute to a more complete and integrated student education.
With a curriculum that values both theory and practice, the course addresses strategies for interdisciplinary teaching, promoting greater engagement and learning among students.
This approach is especially relevant to face the challenges of contemporary education.
How to Participate
To ensure your participation, simply fill out the online form available until the deadline. Access the link https://forms.gle/WxmgKrc1zQ9nwYjp7 and follow the instructions described in the official notice, available on the IFSP Araraquara website https://arq.ifsp.edu.br.
Don’t miss the chance to stand out in your field, expand your skills, and contribute to a more inclusive and interdisciplinary education.
What Do You Think About This Initiative?
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