Conviver-IF: uma proposta de uma ferramenta para acompanhamento e apoio estudantil.

Abstract

Student retention is a relevant topic for promoting equality and improving the quality of education, particularly in technical and higher education institutions. The Federal Institute of Education, Science, and Technology of Bahia (IFBA) has distinguished itself in creating and implementing programs focused on student retention and academic success. In this context, the Conviver-IF student retention program emerged, aimed at students in the Computer Science (LC) Bachelor's Degree Program at the Santo Amaro Campus in Bahia. By promoting a student support platform, it is possible to contribute to individualized support that meets the specific needs of students. Therefore, the following specific objectives were outlined: to observe the results achieved by UNILAB's Pulsar program; to identify the specific needs and challenges of students at the IFBA Santo Amaro Campus; and to analyze the importance of the platform's proposal for promoting academic success. The interest in this topic stems from the conviction that each student has unique needs and faces distinct challenges throughout their educational journey. The proposal is driven by personal experience and the desire to help other students overcome obstacles, reach their full potential, and enjoy a more rewarding educational experience. The importance of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) and Digital Information and Communication Technologies (DICT) in education is undeniable today, as they offer resources and tools that can be used in teaching and learning processes. The methodology adopted is based on exploratory research with a qualitative approach, followed by two data collection tools: a semi-structured interview with a former Pulsar Program scholarship student and a Google Forms survey conducted with current and current IFBA students. The conclusion is that this program will be a fundamental initiative for strengthening equal opportunities and encouraging students to complete their degree. Therefore, academic completion is intrinsically linked to several factors, including the socioeconomic conditions of students. Consequently, these factors can directly impact academic performance, reinforcing the importance of programs such as the one proposed, which have the potential to contribute to reducing school dropout rates and training qualified professionals in the area of ​​Computing.