Inclusão dos alunos surdos no ensino superior da Universidade Federal de Juiz de Fora: atuação do núcleo de acessibilidade para garantir a permanência desses estudantes

Abstract

This study, conducted within the scope of the Professional Master's Program in Management and Evaluation of Public Education (PPGP) at the Center for Public Policies and Education Evaluation of the Federal University of Juiz de Fora (CAEd/UFJF), analyzes how the sectors responsible for promoting accessibility for deaf students entering higher education at UFJF have acted to ensure their permanence in the institution. The main objective was to analyze the actions carried out by the Accessibility Support Center (NAI) at UFJF to ensure the permanence and graduation of deaf students in higher education. The descriptive chapter presents the evidence identified, based on qualitative bibliographic and documental research, as well as on-site interviews and emails. The analytical chapter included a theoretical discussion about inclusion and accessibility in higher education, supported by bibliographic research on Information and Knowledge Management. To enrich the qualitative analysis, interviews were conducted with deaf students at UFJF, providing an in-depth understanding of the challenges these students face in the university setting. Based on the collected data, an Educational Action Plan (PAE) was developed, suggesting strategies to enhance the institutional support offered by NAI. Among the proposals in the PAE are a continuous evaluation system through feedback and the creation of a manual for professors with guidelines and practices for inclusive education for deaf students. The results of the research indicate that, while UFJF has implemented significant actions to promote the inclusion of deaf students, barriers remain that hinder these students' full academic experience. Therefore, the study reinforces the importance of an integrated and collaborative approach among the university’s departments to establish an accessible and inclusive environment, ensuring equal opportunities and the academic success of deaf students in higher education.