Análise das tendências de evasão escolar dos alunos da 10ª classe: caso da Escola Secundária Infulene Benfica (2021-2022) – Cidade de Maputo

Abstract

The school dropout phenomenon is a social and educational problem, caused by factors that motivate students to leave school. Therefore, it is extremely necessary for schools to intensify strategies to ensure not only student access, but also their retention. This study analyzed the School Dropout Trends of 10th Grade Students at Infulene Benfica Secondary School, located in the George Dimitrov Neighborhood, specifically on Avenida de Moçambique, based on the pedagogical performance maps (2021-2022). The specific objectives were: to identify the causes of school dropout among 10th grade students; to describe the consequences of school dropout; and to present the strategies adopted by the school to retain students at risk of dropping out. Through a bibliographic review and field research, combining qualitative and quantitative research techniques (survey, observation and interview), it was concluded that drug use, lack of assistance from guardians and lack of commitment from students are the main causes of school dropout. In relation to the school environment, problems related to the school's physical infrastructure were identified, which can generate disinterest in students and demotivation in teachers. Therefore, the school dropout trends of 10th grade ESIB students are manifested through school absence motivated by drug use, lack of assistance from guardians and lack of commitment from students.(TRADUÇAO NOSSA)