Education of young people and adults

a proposal for continuing training of directors in the municipal network of Diadema/SP

Abstract

This study aims to propose theoretical and practical foundations for continuing education focused on Youth and Adult Education (EJA) in public schools in Diadema/SP, with the objective of supporting school administrators in enhancing pedagogical practices within this educational modality. The research was based on primary and secondary bibliographic references that address school management in EJA, highlighting the scarcity of in-depth studies on the subject. As a result, a continuing education proposal was developed, grounded in the liberatory pedagogy of Paulo Freire and bell hooks, featuring the creation of a mentorship project for school administrators, aligned with the goals of EJA I. This proposal was inspired by the School Principals Mentorship Program of the Ministry of Education (MEC), adapting it to meet the specific needs of this audience. The initiative seeks to strengthen the autonomy and critical thinking of administrators, fostering a more inclusive and transformative educational practice. The findings suggest that continuous training, supported by critical perspectives, significantly contributes to the qualification of school management and the accommodation of EJA's particularities. Thus, they reinforce the importance of public policies that promote support for the professional development of educators in this field, expanding possibilities for inclusion and pedagogical effectiveness. In this regard, the study provides both a practical and theoretical contribution to the field, highlighting strategies that strengthen school management and promote the recognition of EJA as a space for social emancipation.