Mulheres nas Ciências: percepções de estudantes da licenciatura em Ciências Biológicas

Abstract

The objective of this research is to investigate how students on the Biological Sciences Degree course at IFG Campus Águas Lindas perceive female participation in scientific areas, and the importance that the school and the teacher develop when working on this topic. The research was carried out through a review that examined the trajectory of women in accessing education in Brazil, highlighting that, although there have been significant advances such as the increase in female presence in universities, gender inequalities are still a persistent reality. Followed by the application of a questionnaire, the research found that students are aware of the gender disparities that permeate society and the challenges to be faced, showing us how they understand the importance of their role in society. training of future individuals, considering the influence they will exert on their teaching practices.