O ensino de física das radiações em ambientes hospitalares : avaliação das concepções sobre raios x com enfoque na prevenção e tecnologia

Abstract

This paper aimed to identify the conceptions of professionals with technical degree in radiology, operating in the labor market, concerning the field of Modern Physics concepts related to their profession as well as the value they give to these concepts. To achieve this goal the present study applied a questionnaire and collected information directly from research subjects through a field diary. The theoretical elucidated the perception of the achieved results indicating possible actions to be taken. The questionnaire data were analyzed according to qualitative approach guided by Discursive Textual Analysis. The results indicate the need for deepening the teaching of Physics in this area of training, considering it as essential content in professional training (BRAZIL 2000, 2011), little developed knowledge, restricted language and differences between concepts are observed in large part of the results. It was also noticeable that individuals consider important to know the contents of Physics related to their profession. This study identified the level of understanding of the modern Physics concepts, as well as radiology professionals‟ difficulties and curiosities. Understanding students' difficulties can be an important way to recognize the need for new teaching strategies. The results may contribute to the improvement of courses curriculum and to the awareness of pedagogical directions related to the importance of training teachers engaged in the subject of Physics in this education area.