Os Produtos Técnicos Tecnológicos e sua aplicação e perspectiva de aprimoramento no programa de políticas públicas, gestão e avaliação da educação superior

Abstract

This study investigates the Technical and Technological Products (TTPs) developed within the Graduate Program in Public Policies, Management, and Evaluation of Higher Education (PPGAES) at the Federal University of Paraíba, between 2019 and 2024. The central theme addresses the impact of TTPs on professional development and innovation in educational public policies, considering their compliance with CAPES regulations and their practical applicability. The research aimed to analyze the TTPs in terms of their academic relevance and social impact, identifying challenges faced in the development process and proposing strategies for improvement. The adopted methodology qualitative, involving documentary analysis of the dissertations and conducting a focus group with faculty members of the program. The documentary analysis allowed for an evaluation of the TTPs' compliance with CAPES regulations and mapping of their main characteristics, while the focus group provided insights into institutional challenges, limitations in the implementation of TTPs, and suggestions for improving the production process of these products. The results indicated that TTPs have a significant impact on the academic community, standing out as strategic tools for innovation in educational management. However, the focus group revealed difficulties with regulation and institutional support, as well as the need for greater alignment between TTP production and the demands of educational institutions and the labor market. The research concludes that, despite progress, there are opportunities to enhance the TTPs, particularly in aligning them with CAPES guidelines and increasing their replicability and accessibility. Recommendations include strategies to strengthen the integration between theory and practice, promote greater institutional support, and encourage technological innovation in educational management and regional socioeconomic development.