Cláudio da Silva
Coimbra,Portugal
Summary
Doctoral candidate in the Sciences of Education at the University of Porto, Portugal, and a PhD fellow at the Centre for Research and Intervention in Education (CIIE) within the Faculty of Psychology and Education Sciences (FPCEUP). He holds a Master's degree in Social Education, Development, and Local Dynamics from the University of Coimbra, as well as Bachelor's degrees in Biology and Pedagogy. His career includes leading diverse educational projects and environmental education workshops in Brazil and Papua New Guinea, as well as teaching at Brazilian international schools in Japan. Notably, his interdisciplinary initiatives have resulted in the production of educational materials such as short books and community videos. His current research focuses on fostering intercultural dialogue between schools and indigenous communities, aiming to integrate indigenous knowledge into conventional curricula.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work history
PhD Research Fellow in Education Sciences
University of Porto
Porto, Portugal
10.2020 - 04.2025
- Centre for Research and Intervention in Education (CIIE), Portugal - University of Porto
- Engaged in doctoral research focusing on intercultural dialogue and the integration of indigenous knowledge into school curricula
- Secured funding from the Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT)
Coordinator, Education and Projects
Education Projects International LLC
Sheridan, United States
11.2017 - 10.2020
- Oversaw and coordinated international educational projects, ensuring alignment with global standards and best practices
Basic and Secondary School Teacher
Escola Brasileira Professor Kawase – HIROGAKUEN
Ogaki, Japan
07.2010 - 06.2014
- Taught Sciences to primary and secondary students at a Brazilian international school
Basic and Secondary School Teacher
Escola/Escuela Comunitária Paulo Freire & Centro Latino Americano Homigaoka (CELAHO)
Toyota, Japan
07.2005 - 07.2010
- Taught Sciences to primary and secondary students at a Brazilian international school
Environmental Educator and Coordinator
Associação Mata Ciliar
Jundiaí, Brazil
10.2002 - 06.2005
- Developed and led environmental education programs promoting sustainable practices
Environmental Educator and Coordinator
Criadouro Científico e Cultural Chaparral
Recife, Brazil
03.2000 - 05.2002
- Coordinated cultural and scientific initiatives to raise awareness about environmental conservation
Environmental Educator and Coordinator
Zoológico Municipal de Mogi Mirim
Mogi Mirim, Brazil
10.1997 - 08.2000
Directed environmental education activities and community outreach at the municipal zoo
Education
PhD - Education Science
University of Porto
Porto/Portugal 09.2019 -
Master's - Social Education, Development, and Local Dynamics
University of Coimbra
Coimbra/Portugal 09.2015 - 09.2017
Bachelor - Pedagogy
Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso
Cuiabá/Brazil 01.2010 - 12.2013
Bachelor - Biological Sciences (Major in Biology)
Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo, Faculdade de Ciências Médicas e da Saúde
Sorocaba/Brazil 01.1993 - 01.1997
Skills
- Teacher Education & Pedagogical Methodologies:
Design, implementation, and evaluation of teacher education programs alongside diverse pedagogical strategies - Sustainable Educational Practices:
Integration of ecological and sustainability principles within educational contexts
- Indigenous Knowledge & Cultural Analysis:
Recognition, analysis, and incorporation of traditional indigenous practices, with a focus on the cultural and educational dynamics of indigenous communities in Papua New Guinea - Qualitative Research & Participatory Methodologies:
Conducting ethnographic studies and employing action research to enhance educational practices
Affiliations
- ESfO - European Society for Oceanists, 2023 – Present
- ASAO - Association for Social Anthropology in Oceania, 2022 – Present
Languages
Portuguese
Native
English
Fluent
Tok Pisin
Intermediate
Japanese
Beginner
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
PhD Research Fellow in Education Sciences
University of Porto
10.2020 - 04.2025
PhD - Education Science
University of Porto
09.2019 -
Coordinator, Education and Projects
Education Projects International LLC
11.2017 - 10.2020
Master's - Social Education, Development, and Local Dynamics
University of Coimbra
09.2015 - 09.2017
Basic and Secondary School Teacher
Escola Brasileira Professor Kawase – HIROGAKUEN
07.2010 - 06.2014
Bachelor - Pedagogy
Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso
01.2010 - 12.2013
Basic and Secondary School Teacher
Escola/Escuela Comunitária Paulo Freire & Centro Latino Americano Homigaoka (CELAHO)
07.2005 - 07.2010
Environmental Educator and Coordinator
Associação Mata Ciliar
10.2002 - 06.2005
Environmental Educator and Coordinator
Criadouro Científico e Cultural Chaparral
03.2000 - 05.2002
Environmental Educator and Coordinator
Zoológico Municipal de Mogi Mirim
10.1997 - 08.2000
Bachelor - Biological Sciences (Major in Biology)
Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo, Faculdade de Ciências Médicas e da Saúde
01.1993 - 01.1997
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