Chemistry, Ecotoxicology, and School: Interdisciplinary Proposals

Abstract

Interdisciplinarity is still considered a challenge in teaching. From this perspective, Ecotoxicology presents itself as a science capable of permeating several areas, especially in Chemistry. The objective of this study was to demonstrate through a narrative literature review, the integration of Chemistry with Ecotoxicology in school education. This study was based on scientific articles and academic papers conducted in Brazil and published in Portuguese. We identified expository, practical and investigative methodologies that are related to chemistry and other subjects and environmental problems that are part of the student’s daily life. Teachers who use interdisciplinary proposals report success in developing critical thoughts and observations by students on the topics discussed. For this reason, the implementation of projects with interdisciplinary teaching and the application of active methodologies should be encouraged. The approximation between universities and schools can be very useful to achieve this objective so that the best infrastructure of laboratories and the knowledge acquired at the university can help in the formation of critical citizens and arouse interest and curiosity for science.