Problematization Methodology Using the Maguerez Arc

Application in the Teaching-Learning Process in the Nursing Program

Abstract

Higher education in the health field requires approaches tailored to the realities and contexts in which future professionals will work; this necessitates changes in the teaching-learning process to embrace new pedagogical trends focused on developing critical, reflective professionals. The use of active learning methods—such as the problematization methodology utilizing the Maguerez Arc—is considered a unique strategy for effective learning. It fosters learning through the observation of reality, scientific grounding, and the formulation of potential solutions to be applied within the specific context where problems were identified. This is an experience report aimed at presenting the contributions of the Maguerez Arc to the training of nursing undergraduates, based on reflection regarding problems identified while experiencing the Unified Health System (SUS) as users. The initiative emerged from the course "Management of Health Systems and Services," offered by Uninassau Petrolina (PE) between May and June 2023. The experience resulted in the presentation of realistic solution hypotheses designed to improve the practices of nursing teams across various levels of care within the Unified Health System. In light of the above, the application of the Maguerez Arc in undergraduate nursing education is viewed as a significant methodology for student learning through the integration of theory and practice. It enables students to broaden their understanding of active learning methodologies, highlighting the impact of experiential immersion on the professional development of future healthcare providers.