Federal University Launches Specialization in Chess Teaching EAD to Transform Education in Brazil. Course Aims to Train Educators to Integrate Chess as a Pedagogical Tool, Offering Skills in Logic and Strategy.
Did you know that one of the oldest and most strategic games in the world can be the key to revolutionizing your career in education?
With opportunities for those who wish to stand out in teaching and strengthen their education, the Federal University of Piauí (UFPI) has opened registrations for the Specialization in Chess Teaching and Preparation for the Labor Market.
This course, offered in the format of Distance Education (EAD), promises to transform the way teachers and educators use chess as a pedagogical tool, expanding their opportunities in the job market and aligning with essential competencies for the 21st century.
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Differentiated Training and 21st Century Competencies
Chess is not just a board game; it is a powerful pedagogical tool that enhances crucial skills for teaching.
Through this practice, teachers can develop logical reasoning, strategic planning, decision-making, and problem-solving – competencies that are increasingly valued in modern education.
According to UFPI, the specialization course, developed in partnership with the Basic Education Secretariat (SEB) of the Ministry of Education (MEC), offers comprehensive training for educators to use chess in the classroom, empowering students to be critical, creative, and prepared for the challenges of professional and academic life.
According to the Open and Distance Education Center (CEAD) of UFPI, the course is ideal for education professionals seeking a specialization focused on practice and aligned with the National Common Curricular Base (BNCC) and the guidelines of the New High School.
This training allows the educator to become a specialist in integrating chess as a teaching methodology, contributing to a more innovative and inclusive education.
Vacancies and Selection Criteria
UFPI offers 120 vacancies for the Specialization in Chess Teaching course, equally distributed between the cities of Teresina (PI) and Fortaleza (CE), with 60 vacancies at each site.
According to the announcement, the division includes open competition and specific categories for groups such as UFPI staff, self-declared black individuals, indigenous people, and those with disabilities.
The selection process, detailed in Announcement 42/2024, includes an objective test on the game of chess, made up of 30 multiple-choice questions.
To participate, interested individuals must register online between November 1 and 15, 2024, directly on the official CEAD/UFPI website.
It is necessary to fill out the registration form and attach the requested documents.
The evaluation includes specific scoring criteria, and the test will be conducted online with access to links sent via email, providing an accessible and practical entry opportunity.
Course Structure and In-Person Activities
With a total duration of 11 months and 360 hours of classes, the specialization course will begin in January 2025 and will offer a hybrid teaching approach.
Although the course is predominantly online, there will be practical sessions in person in the cities of Teresina and Fortaleza, allowing students to experience chess teaching in an interactive and applied manner.
In-person activities will occur at the sites, according to the participants’ choice during registration.
This hybrid model seeks to balance the flexibility of EAD with the richness of in-person experiences, ensuring that students can develop their pedagogical skills with support and practice.
Target Audience and Job Market Opportunities
The program is aimed at education professionals, especially teachers in basic education, who wish to enhance their skills and utilize chess as a teaching tool in different educational contexts.
With this training, educators working in public and private schools, or even in non-school institutions, will be able to elevate their pedagogical practice and diversify their methodologies, which can create a significant differential in their careers.
With an increasingly demanding job market, specializations like this are seen as a great differential.
UFPI and SEB/MEC structured the course to respond to current educational demands, offering skills and techniques that enhance the employability of graduates.
Through chess teaching, education professionals can apply concepts of strategy and logic in a practical and engaging manner, benefiting their students’ development and preparing them for market challenges.
Registration and How to Participate
Registrations for the Specialization in Chess Teaching and Preparation for the Labor Market will be open from November 1 to 15, 2024.
Interested parties should access the CEAD/UFPI website to fill out the registration form and attach the necessary documents.
The objective test will be conducted online, and access links will be sent via email to candidates approved in the documentation verification stage.
Conclusion
The chess specialization offered by UFPI represents a unique opportunity for educators who wish to enhance their skills, strengthen their careers, and offer innovative, high-quality education. Seize this chance to train in a high-demand and socially impactful area.
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