http://memoria.ifrn.edu.br/handle/1044/1026 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:50:03 GMT 2026-07-10T22:50:03Z http://memoria.ifrn.edu.br/handle/1044/3246 Mapas geográficos como ferramentas de uso na educação escolar: uma proposta de construção de um atlas geográfico do município de Bom JesusRN This work presents a proposal for the development of a School Geographic Atlas for the municipality of Bom Jesus-RN, in the state of Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil. The objective was to create a didactic resource capable of systematizing the natural and social aspects of the local territory and promoting geography teaching that is contextualized with the students’ place of living. The study adopted an approach that integrates three dimensions: technical, pedagogical, and critical. Methodologically, it is characterized as a mixed approach, combining qualitative and quantitative aspects, with an applied nature and exploratory and descriptive purposes. The procedures involved theoretical and documental research, field activities, and geoprocessing techniques aimed at producing thematic cartography. The results suggest that the cartographic representation of Bom Jesus-RN' territory contributes to the development of spatial thinking and broadens the possibilities for didactic mediation. It is concluded that the elaboration of the atlas represents a way to value students' territory, reaffirms place as a starting point for geography teaching, and strengthens more contextualized pedagogical practices, pointing to future initiatives that emphasize place as a central category in the construction of school knowledge. Wed, 13 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT http://memoria.ifrn.edu.br/handle/1044/3246 2025-08-13T00:00:00Z http://memoria.ifrn.edu.br/handle/1044/3244 Paisagens simbólicas e (re)configurações urbanas: análise do centro histórico de Ceará-Mirim/RN na concepção de lugar de pertencimento This Undergraduate Thesis analyzes the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Conception and the historical ensemble of architectural landscapes in the municipality of Ceará-Mirim, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, understanding them as central elements in the construction of local territorial identity. Grounded in the theoretical framework of Cultural and Humanistic Geography, the research articulates the concepts of place, landscape, territory, and sense of belonging, seeking to understand the role of symbolic landscapes in the production of urban space. A qualitative and descriptive approach is adopted, with emphasis on the analysis of subjects’ perceptions and on the interpretation of built heritage as an expression of collective memory. The results indicate that the historical architectural ensemble, especially the Parish Church, functions as a symbolic and affective reference for the local population, anchoring the sense of belonging in the face of urban transformations and modernization processes. It is evident that territory goes beyond its physical dimension, constituting a symbolically appropriated space in which the preservation of cultural heritage is inseparable from the affirmation of Ceará-Mirim’s territorial identity. It is concluded that symbolic landscapes play a fundamental role in maintaining urban memory and contemporary cultural resistance, reaffirming their relevance for urban planning and heritage preservation policies. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://memoria.ifrn.edu.br/handle/1044/3244 2026-02-09T00:00:00Z http://memoria.ifrn.edu.br/handle/1044/3243 O sagrado e o profano: um estudo das transformações da Festa de São Sebastião na comunidade de Currais, Nísia Floresta – RN This research analyzes the Feast of Saint Sebastian in the rural community of Currais, located in the municipality of Nísia Floresta, Rio Grande do Norte (Brazil). Its main objective is to understand the transformations that have occurred over time in the celebration of the patron saint, relating them to their historical, religious, social, and symbolic significance for local residents. Grounded in the principles of Cultural Geography and in discussions concerning the dimensions of the sacred and the profane, the study investigates how the festivity contributes to the construction of collective identity, a sense of belonging, and the symbolic use of community space. From a methodological perspective, the research is based on a bibliographic review, documentary analysis, field observation, and the collection of oral testimonies from residents-especially older inhabitants-whose memories highlight the centrality of the feast in the history and everyday life of the community. The results demonstrate that the Feast of Saint Sebastian goes beyond a strictly religious character, constituting an important moment of sociability, the strengthening of community ties, and the transmission of tradition across generations. The accounts also point to significant transformations over time, such as the reduction of the novena to a triduum and the decline in religious participation, aspects that indicate changes in the socio-cultural dynamics of the festivity. Even so, devotion to the patron saint remains alive, reaffirming the relevance of the feast as a structuring element of memory, identity, and social organization in the community of Currais. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://memoria.ifrn.edu.br/handle/1044/3243 2026-02-06T00:00:00Z http://memoria.ifrn.edu.br/handle/1044/3242 Os cinco sentidos da hospitalidade na percepção dos gestores de meios de hospedagem : um estudo em Canguaretama / RN e Goianinha / RN Hospitality constitutes a strategic element for the competitiveness of accommodation facilities, especially in small and medium-sized tourist destinations, where the guest experience plays a central role. In this context, the present study aims to analyze the perception of managers of accommodation facilities regarding the five senses of hospitality — sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch — in the municipalities of Goianinha/RN and Canguaretama/RN, Brazil. As specific objectives, the study seeks to identify how these senses are incorporated into hospitality management, to understand their influence on the guest experience, and to verify their relevance for the differentiation of enterprises. The methodology is characterized as qualitative research with a descriptive and exploratory approach, using semi-structured interviews conducted with managers of accommodation facilities, whose data were analyzed through content analysis. The results indicate that managers recognize the importance of the five senses in the construction of hospitality, highlighting sight and taste as the most valued, particularly with regard to ambience and food services. However, the senses of hearing, smell, and touch are still explored in a limited and unsystematic manner, occurring mostly intuitively. It is concluded that the conscious and planned integration of the five senses of hospitality can significantly contribute to improving the guest experience, strengthening the identity of accommodation facilities, and increasing their competitiveness in the analyzed destinations. Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://memoria.ifrn.edu.br/handle/1044/3242 2026-05-14T00:00:00Z