Dificuldades na educação financeira para surdos: análise do município de Governador Valadares/MG

Abstract

This paper addresses the barriers faced by deaf people in accessing teaching materials and financial education resources. The research problem was outlined as: what are the obstacles related to learning Financial Education by deaf people of different educational levels? The general objective is to investigate these difficulties, understanding how the lack of effective public policies and methodological inadequacy impact the learning of deaf people. The methodology used was qualitative, descriptive research, case study and application of questionnaires through Brazilian Sign Language (Libras). These were translated by the researcher who used interpretative analysis of graphs created in Excel. The results revealed that deaf people face significant challenges in learning basic mathematical concepts, which are essential for understanding financial topics. Among these, the scarcity of accessible methodologies and the lack of teacher training, the lack of teaching materials in Libras, and the scarcity of interpreters. It is important to note that the traditional methodology of teaching resources, often based on lectures and memorization, does not meet the needs of deaf people, who require pedagogical approaches adapted to deaf culture and Brazilian Sign Language (Libras). Although there is recognition of the importance of financial education and initiatives to promote it, most Brazilian schools, at elementary and high school levels, are not prepared to offer quality education to deaf people, compromising their ability to manage their finances, as well as limiting their quality of life and full inclusion in society.