Reflexões sobre alfabetização e letramento científico.

Abstract

Taking a qualitative, descriptive approach, this paper is the result of a bibliographical survey in which we looked at the concepts and conceptions of Scientific Literacy and Literacy. The aim is to reflect on the understanding of these concepts and promote a discussion about the needs of a scientifically literate society. At the level of the individual, scientific literacy, as part of citizen education, seeks to develop criticality and participation in decision-making processes. We conclude that, in order to achieve an education along these lines, the teaching-learning process needs to go beyond the pure memorization of mathematical concepts and formulas. We must seek to understand the concepts and their applications in everyday situations, with a view to social transformation through science and technology.