O estudo da história de Goiana (PE) a partir de fontes documentais e patrimoniais: uma proposta didática

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate and develop a didactic proposal focused on the use of documentary and heritage sources in History education, with the municipality of Goiana, in Pernambuco, as the reference setting. Although it is one of the oldest localities in Brazil, Goiana still lacks systematized studies and specific educational materials about its history, which motivated the development of this research. The proposed plan included a pedagogical intervention that values local heritage as a teaching tool, incorporating written documents, images, buildings, and cultural expressions that form the city’s collective memory. The intention was to contribute to the construction of meaningful historical learning by encouraging students’ sense of belonging, their active role in the production of historical knowledge, and the appreciation of cultural heritage. Based on the guidelines of the Brazilian National Common Curricular Base (BNCC) and the National Curriculum Parameters (PCNs), it is understood that History teaching should promote critical analysis of different sources and foster an investigative attitude among students. As a final product, a didactic sequence was developed for high school classes at EREMJA-Goiana. This initiative sought not only to address existing gaps in the teaching of Goiana’s history but also to encourage a more engaged, contextualized, and meaningful pedagogical practice for students.