Maria Helena Venâncio Martins

Prof. Dr. Maria Helena Venâncio Martins


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Academic Career Length

12Years (2015-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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6 September 2017 in International Journal of Inclusive Education
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MMMaria Helena Venâncio Martins
Maria Helena Venâncio Martins
MBMaria Leonor Borges
Maria Leonor Borges
TGTeresa Gonçalves
Teresa Gonçalves
In this article, we present data concerning the inclusion of students with disabilities in higher education (HE) at a Portuguese university. This research is part of a wider project designed to understand the trajectories and experiences of students with disabilities at the University of Algarve. This exploratory study raises questions about inclusion and discusses this concept based on the perspectives of academic and non-academic staff. A qualitative approach was used to provide an informative exploration of attitudes towards inclusive education and recommendations for promoting best practices therein. Data were collected using semi-structured interviews. We found positive perceptions of university staff members about the inclusion of the students with disabilities. However, more effort is needed to provide these students with opportunities to continue their academic career in HE and to promote inclusion, personal development and participation in social and economic life. Although inclusive education is on political and educational agendas, the perception of disabilities as deficits prevails. The findings of this study, therefore, reveal that changes must be implemented to effectively adopt the social and educational model of disability.

1 January 2021 in Educação em Revista
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MMMaria Helena Venâncio Martins
Maria Helena Venâncio Martins
FMFrancisco R. L. Vieira DE Melo
Francisco R. L. Vieira DE Melo
Cátia MartinsCátia Martins
Cátia Martins
RESUMO: Os estudantes com deficiência podem enfrentar inúmeros obstáculos e desafios ao acessar o Ensino Superior (ES) e tentar ter sucesso nele. Os Serviços de Apoio para Estudantes com Deficiência nas universidades desempenham um papel importante no fornecimento de apoio direto e indireto para esses estudantes. Este artigo apresenta as perspectivas dos Coordenadores dos Serviços de Apoio no que diz respeito à prestação de serviços a estudantes com esta condição, descrevendo as suas características, dificuldades e desafios. Os dados foram coletados em 62 instituições universitárias públicas do Brasil e de Portugal por meio de questionário desenvolvido para esse fim. Apesar das demandas enfrentadas pelos Serviços de Apoio para Estudantes com Deficiência, os sinais de bom progresso no apoio a estes estudantes estão aumentando. Embora os serviços desempenhem um papel importante, uma autonomia mínima e dificuldades significativas permanecem em vários domínios de gestão e intervenção. São discutidas as mudanças e adaptações necessárias no apoio a estes estudantes nas universidades, considerando as consequências significativas da inclusão e do sucesso para os estudantes com deficiência. Políticas inclusivas baseadas na equidade e igualdade de oportunidades e mais recursos são necessários para garantir os direitos de todos os estudantes no Ensino Superior.

29 January 2024 in Higher Education Research & Development
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AMAnabel Moriña
Anabel Moriña
MMMaria Helena Venâncio Martins
Maria Helena Venâncio Martins

1 July 2015 in Journal of Wildlife Diseases
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AMAna Catarina Matos
Ana Catarina Matos
ADAna P. Dias
Ana P. Dias
MMMárcia Morais
Márcia Morais
LFLuís Figueira
Luís Figueira
MMMaria Helena Venâncio Martins
Maria Helena Venâncio Martins
Ana Cláudia CoelhoAna Cláudia Coelho
Ana Cláudia Coelho
We report granulomatous lymphadenitis in red deer (Cervus elaphus) in Portugal caused by coinfection with Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis, Mycobacterium bovis, and Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis, as demonstrated by molecular methods.

27 September 2022 in Pedagogika
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Maria Helena Venâncio Martins
AMAnabel Moriña
Anabel Moriña
This paper explores resilience factors identified in students with disabilities at a Portuguese public university. This research employs a mixed approach using qualitative and quantitative methods. For this, we used a retrospective, multiple case study design, and individual interviews were conducted with students with disabilities. We conclude that resilience, self-esteem, family support, subjective well-being and psychological well-being are protective factors that contribute to a good adaptation and better inclusion in higher education. Accessibility conditions on campus continue to present barriers that hinder mobility and the students’ academic experience. Besides their resilience, it is noteworthy to mention the persistence and dedication these students reveal, continuing to struggle every day to make their dreams come true, facing a daily routine that is not always easy.

7 December 2017 in Revista Portuguesa de Educação
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MBMaria Leonor Borges
Maria Leonor Borges
MMMaria Helena Venâncio Martins
Maria Helena Venâncio Martins
ELEmilio Lucio-Villegas
Emilio Lucio-Villegas
TGTeresa Gonçalves
Teresa Gonçalves
Com base nos pressupostos da educação inclusiva e crescente democratização do ensino superior temos vindo a verificar a progressiva abertura da universidade a diversas minorias, nomeadamente estudantes com Necessidades Educativas Especiais (NEE). Constata-se que ainda há pouco conhecimento sobre o tema da diversidade e inclusão entre docentes e estudantes, em geral, sendo que os serviços institucionais de apoio aos estudantes com NEE existentes carecem de eficácia em diversos níveis, nomeadamente ao nível das atitudes dos docentes e pessoal não-docente. O que pensam estes atores institucionais sobre a inclusão destes estudantes? Proporcionam as universidades as condições adequadas a esta minoria estudantil? Através de um estudo de caso na Universidade do Algarve, pretendeu-se analisar as conceções e atitudes dos docentes e pessoal nãodocente face à inclusão dos estudantes com NEE no Ensino Superior. Pretendeu-se ainda conhecer quais os desafios que estes atores institucionais assinalam no âmbito da inclusão. Tendo por referência os seus testemunhos, constata-se que, apesar do esforço da instituição em análise, continuam a existir áreas que necessitam de um maior investimento, desde a remoção das barreiras arquitetónicas, ao desenvolvimento de atitudes mais inclusivas da comunidade académica, passando por práticas de ensino aprendizagem e de avaliação, que assegurem a igualdade e equidade.Palavras-chave: Educação Inclusiva; Necessidades Educativas Especiais; Ensino Superior ABSTRACTBased on assumptions of inclusive education and increasing democratization of higher education, the university has been progressively opening up to various minorities, including students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). There is still little knowledge on the subject of diversity and inclusion among teachers and students, in general. Institutional support services to students with SEN need improvement at various levels, namely in terms of the attitudes of teachers and non-teaching staff. What do these institutional actors think about the inclusion of these students? Do the universities provide appropriate conditions to this minority student group? In order to address this issue, we present the results of a study, at the University of Algarve, that aimed to analyze the concepts and attitudes of teachers and non-teaching staff in view of the inclusion of students with SEN in higher education. It was also intended to understand what challenges these institutional actors point out in a context of inclusion. The results presented, with reference to the testimonies of several institutional actors, reveal that, despite the efforts made by the institution, there are still many areas that need more investment: the architectural barriers, the development of more inclusive attitudes of the academic community, teachinglearning practices, and evaluation to ensure equal and fair treatment.Keywords: Inclusive Education; Special Educational Needs; Higher Education