PROMOTING EDUCATIONAL QUALITY THROUGH MAKER CULTURE IN PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

Abstract

This work investigated the integration of Maker culture in public elementary schools, with the primary focus on increasing educational quality. The potential of innovative pedagogical practices and the use of educational technologies to meet current educational demands were explored. The main purpose was to outline effective strategies that contribute to educational excellence through the adoption of Maker culture, examining its effects on the teaching and learning process. Through a careful literature review, this study considered the relevance of technological and pedagogical innovation in education, relying on contributions from renowned scholars such as Bernardo-Rocha and Arata, Di Palma, Fava, Fonseca and others, in addition to Petrillo and Mello . It was identified that the inclusion of Maker culture in the school curriculum opens up ways to rejuvenate teaching methodologies, making them more interactive and relevant. It was determined that a successful implementation requires a well-prepared infrastructure, the continued professional development of teachers, and deep engagement on the part of the school administration. Recommendations are aimed at emphasizing the importance of constant teacher training and the development of pedagogical approaches that synchronize Maker culture with educational purposes.