CETEPAR and the making of the “Homem-Novo”: stateprograms in education in Paraná (1971-1982)

Abstract

The research in question aims to investigate the role of CETEPAR (Teachers' Training Center of the State of Paraná) in the creation of the "new man" in the educational field of Paraná during the period from 1971 to 1982. but it worked in the formation, training and improvement of education professionals. The approach of this research is inserted in the field of the history of educational and school institutions in Brazil, seeking to understand CETEPAR's performance as an educational institution that played an important role in the training of education professionals in the state of Paraná. In this sense, the study is based on the theoretical foundations of Saviani (2005) and Gatti Júnior (2007), which highlight the importance of analyzing the different institutions involved in the educational process and deepening knowledge about the social spaces intended for teaching and learning. Through a historical and documentary perspective, the research focuses on the trajectory of CETEPAR in its first decade of operation, examining the participation of different actors, such as professors, programmers, advisers, politicians and intellectuals, who acted in a dynamic and comprehensive space, not restricted to a single institution, location or municipality. CETEPAR was not limited to the training of lay teachers, but also extended its actions to secondary-level teaching courses and cooperation with colleges and universities, reaching both school management and employees of the public education network. The research identifies and analyzes the teaching programs implemented by CETEPAR, as well as the technologies and equipment elements of the state "machine" used in this context. By investigating these strategies, we seek to understand how CETEPAR contributed to shaping a new conception of education and education professionals, directly influencing the educational system in Paraná. The relevance of this research lies in the fact that CETEPAR, despite not being a traditional school, played a fundamental role in the training and qualification of education professionals, reflecting state policies and influencing pedagogical practice in the public network of the state of Paraná. By understanding the role played by this educational institution, it is possible to gain valuable insights into the history of education in Brazil and contribute to a deeper analysis of teaching and learning processes in Brazilian society.