LÍNGUA INGLESA NA EDUCAÇÃO INFANTIL E ENSINO FUNDAMENTAL I: DELINEANDO A ATUAÇÃO PROFISSIONAL E FORMAÇÃO DOCENTE EM JOÃO PESSOA – PB

Abstract

This Final Monograph is based on a research project following a qualitative and exploratory approach, which aimed to promote discussions about the training of English language teachers who work in the context of early childhood education and primary school in the city of João Pessoa – PB. The survey data were generated through an online questionnaire answered by 15 teachers who worked or work in the mentioned context. We analyzed excerpts from these teachers’ questionnaires that refer to the description of the work performed by these professionals, the challenges and impediments faced by them, as well as the impact of teacher education on their performance in this specific context. This research is justified by the fact that the English language has been included as a curricular component for children in Educação Infantil and Ensino Fundamental I, both in public and private contexts, in many schools, although Brazilian law establishes and guaratees the introduction of a foreign language (English) only from the 6th grade (Secondary School)