O projeto de vida no ensino de filosofia e o direcionamento profissional dos jovens no ensino médio

Abstract

This study analyzed the importance of Philosophy for the career choices of public high school students in Campinas, São Paulo, through its integration with the Life Project course and the development of philosophical workshops. The research was motivated by gaps observed in preparing students to identify their vocations and define their professional futures. It sought to understand how Philosophy offers perspectives on professional choice, going beyond the mere selection of careers and enabling young people to reflect on their paths and goals, while emphasizing the contribution of this field of knowledge to articulating aptitude, values, and professional decisions. The partnership between Philosophy and Life Project contributed to the development of students’ autonomy, broadening reflections of a personal, community, and professional nature. This articulation proved essential for shaping students who are better prepared to recognize their principles, face life’s challenges, and understand the demands of the labor market. In this context, the research designed and implemented a Philosophy workshop focused on professional orientation, aiming to support young people at the end of high school and to encourage dialogue and authorship in building their trajectories. To develop the workshop, a qualitative action research methodology was adopted, allowing an understanding of students’ experiences through the analysis of activities carried out and their prior knowledge. The workshop fostered the integration of Philosophy and Life Project through exploratory practices, such as ethical and environmental dilemmas related to real-life situations. The role of the teacher as a learning guide was crucial for carrying out the activities and for fostering reflection and student protagonism. Based on attentive observation, student feedback, interviews, and the analysis of records, the study demonstrated the contribution of Philosophy to the development of skills and to understanding the professional world, moving beyond strictly academic content. Interaction with professionals from different fields and practical activities helped young people gain a clearer understanding of their career options, aligning their personal choices with labor market demands. The proposal encouraged a renewed view of themselves, reinforcing the value of their choices and broadening their vision of their future professional trajectories.