Metodologia PBL (aprendizagem baseada em problemas) como ferramenta pedagógica para a compreensão da relação entre consumo de açúcar e dependência

Abstract

This research focuses on the use of the PBL methodology (Problem-Based Learning) to address the relationship between sugar consumption and the development of dependency among high school adolescents. The growing concern for the health and well-being of young people makes this study relevant, as excessive sugar intake has been linked to various health issues, including obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. The PBL methodology places students at the center of the learning process by addressing realworld problems and presents itself as an innovative strategy for approaching this topic. Through the development of an educational booklet, the project aims to explore the impacts of sugar consumption on adolescent health, as well as the factors that may lead to the development of dependency at this age. The booklet resulting from the didactic sequence contains relevant and accessible information for adolescents, promoting awareness about the dangers of excessive sugar consumption and how it can affect their lives in the long term. Furthermore, the PBL approach allowed students to actively engage in research, investigation, and reflection on the topic, encouraging critical thinking and informed decision-making. This study is expected to contribute to the promotion of health and knowledge among adolescents.