AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2026 | n.º 8 | Book clubs, learning in aging, teacher training and the pedagogical use of AI stand out in the new issue
To our reading community
Believe us, YVIRÁ issue #8 is sensational.
Journalists Elisa Martins and Giselle Soares present a story on the importance of book clubs—inclusive, enriching cultural spaces for children, especially those living in vulnerable communities.
In the Interview section, Elisa Martins speaks with César Callegari, president of the National Council of Education, who updates us on the difficulties and challenges of teacher training, as well as the uncertainties regarding the stability of educational policies amidst political cycles.
In the “Proof or dare” section, we feature an article by Lilian Hübner and Maria Teresa Carthery-Goulart on the value of continued learning as we age, particularly through the ongoing use of language. It benefits both the brain and the individual.
In the “Science Counts” section, Tracey Tokuhama-Espinosa—from the Scientific Council of the UNESCO Chair in Science for Education—discusses two intriguing international articles that weigh the pros and cons of using artificial intelligence in education.
In a similar vein, our editor Raquel Freitag reviews the topic in the “Break” section, highlighting the need to approach the use of AI in schools by starting with reading and grammar.
In the “What about” section, Daniel Domingues dos Santos answers a question from educator and reader Virginia Lima regarding the complex relationship between scientific research and the variability of the school environment. Thought-provoking.
Finally, in the “Worth Noting” section, Andréia Martins—director of the NGO Redes da Maré—shares the educational achievements and challenges found within the diverse and complex environment of the Maré favela complex in Rio de Janeiro. A reality check and a look at virtuous initiatives for education in challenging contexts that are replicated across the country.
This brief summary is merely a pale appetizer compared to what you, the readers, will savor in this issue of YVIRÁ. Enjoy!
Editorial Committee
