Contributions of a Pre-Organizer in the Form of Comic Strips with Deaf Representation for the Meaningful Learning of Tables by Deaf Students

Abstract

The research conducted in a Specialized Educational Assistance (AEE) classroom addresses Inclusive Education, with emphasis on aspects to be considered for Deaf students enrolled in regular schools to understand written texts in Portuguese and, from there, engage in didactic activities, especially in the teaching of mathematics from an interdisciplinary perspective. The study aimed to analyze evidence of meaningful learning in the understanding of Deaf students in the 5th grade of Elementary School regarding the concept of tables, using a pre-organizer in the form of comic strips that explore Deaf representation. The investigation used a qualitative approach and a descriptive-interpretative case study. The implementation of the didactic sequence included comic strips as a pre-organizer, employing data and method triangulation to validate the results. Data analysis was carried out using content analysis techniques. The comic strips, developed on the Canva platform, facilitated the Deaf participants’ understanding of the concept of tables. The results indicated a significant improvement in the ability to organize and interpret data in tables, demonstrating that the contextualization adopted in the comic strips, tailored to the students’ reality, helped overcome barriers and develop linguistic and mathematical skills. The integration of visual and cultural elements specific to the Deaf community enriches the educational process, promoting respect and appreciation for diversity. Therefore, educational practices must be continuously evaluated and adapted to ensure quality education for the Special Education audience from the perspective of Inclusive Education.