Versos que ensinam: uma revisão sistemática da utilização do cordel na educação infantil

Abstract

This study aims to investigate how literature of cordel is being utilized in Early Childhood Education. A systematic review was conducted using the CAPES and BDTD databases, employing the descriptors "Cordel," "Early Childhood Education," "Pedagogical Resource," "Pedagogical Practices," and "Teachers," with searches conducted up to October 2024. The inclusion criteria considered studies published in the last 10 years, in Portuguese, specifically focusing on literature of cordel and its application in Early Childhood Education, while publications that did not concentrate on this theme or were not accessible were excluded. Data were analyzed through a qualitative review, categorizing the identified pedagogical practices and synthesizing the proposals and experiences found. The review included 4 relevant studies, varying in characteristics such as educational context and employed methodologies. The results revealed that, despite the potential of cordel to enrich the educational experience, factors such as the lack of continuing education and the scarcity of materials are significant barriers to its implementation. Additionally, it was observed that literature of cordel is used sporadically, often regarded as a complementary resource. However, the review also pointed out limitations, such as the small number of studies focused on Early Childhood Education, risk of bias, and limited diversity of the studies, suggesting the need for more research on cordel in Early Childhood Education. In summary, literature of cordel proves to be a valuable resource that should be integrated more systematically into educational practices, promoting the comprehensive development of children.