O uso da WQ como estratégia metodológica no ensino de inglês como segunda língua.

Abstract

This dissertation aims at investigating the use of WQ as a methodological learning tool for English Language Teaching (ELT) in the classroom context. In this perspective, we hope that this proposal allows the student to acquire knowledge through research on the internet and also exchange experiences in groups, because it is an accessible methodology, even for those with little technical knowledge on Web application development. To achieve the objectives, three instruments were used research: a questionnaire, an interview and observation of students work. The first instrument was used in order to define the profile of students; the second one was used with the intention of ascertaining the views of teachers about the teaching and learning of English; and, finally, the third one sought to verify the acquisition of students knowledge through cooperation and collaboration using WQ methodology. As a first methodological step, the questionnaire was applied, to 24 third-year high school students of a state school in Santa Maria, RS. Then, the interviews with teachers were held. From the verifications and interpretations of the results, it was possible to realize that the WQ is a learning activity towards the educational process with the objective of running a theme in learning about a particular subject. It was found that the WQ enriches the teaching and learning of English, since it engages and motivates the students in the proposed task. The WQ is in a new tool for teaching and learning languages by the use of creativity, on the basis of cooperative and collaborative learning in investigative processes in the construction of knowledge. It is possible to conclude that this interative methodological tool complements L2 classes.