Um relato de experiência do curso de Graduação em Ciências Econômicas

Abstract

The present study aims to report the experience and perspective of an undergraduate student in Economics regarding the teaching of Economics at the Federal University of Juiz de Fora (UFJF). To this end, a review of the literature on the evolution of Economics education in Brazil was initially conducted, covering its origins and the contemporary challenges faced by higher education institutions. Subsequently, the pedagogical context and structural limitations of Economics education were addressed, with emphasis on the role of the educator, traditional teaching methodologies, and new pedagogical approaches. Furthermore, through a comparative study of the curricula of institutions such as UFJF, USP, MIT, and FGV-SP, the diversity of pedagogical and curricular approaches applied both nationally and internationally was investigated. Finally, and no less importantly, the author provided a personal account of her undergraduate experience, highlighting the challenges of remote learning, the lack of academic integration, and the opportunities enabled by curricular flexibility, especially those linked to extension programs. The main conclusion was that the academic training in Economics at UFJF is solid, but improvements can be made to better connect economic theory to professional practice, enhancing integration with the job market.