Project-based learning: an application in a professional higher education program at a public institution

Abstract

In the realm of professional higher education programs, the discourse has prominently revolved around professional education, with a primary focus on curriculum organization and, to a lesser extent, on learning methodologies aimed at professional competencies. Currently, active learning methodologies play a crucial role in the new management of technological higher education at Centro Paula Souza. Therefore, this article aims to describe and apply a project-based learning model applied to the curricular component of Human Resources Planning and Strategy in two groups of the 6th semester of the Professional Higher Course in Human Resource Management. In pursuit of this objective, a comprehensive application protocol, formatted as an instructional manual, has been meticulously formulated to serve as na instructive guide for both educators and learners alike. Specific objectives include introducing the project methodology and proposing a project-based learning program that can serve as a reference for other curricular components at Centro Paula Souza. The methodology employed is of a descriptive qualitative nature, and the expected results encompass the presentation of a

program comprising a lesson plan, the structure of the project to be developed by students, and a standardized rubric model designed for project assessment. Additionally, the article endeavors to gather students' opinions and assess their performance through the application of this methodology.