Diretrizes para implantação de espaço de coworking em instituições federais de ensino superior

Abstract

Coworking spaces have emerged as a solution to the growing demand for flexible and collaborative work environments, adapting to different contexts and user profiles. This study aimed to establish guidelines for the implementation of coworking spaces in Federal Higher Education Institutions (Federal HEIs), based on the analysis of the infrastructure, characteristics, and strategies adopted by federal universities that already have such spaces, along with insights from the existing literature on the subject. The research, which is qualitative-quantitative and exploratory in nature, was conducted through questionnaires sent to all federal universities, using the Fala.Br platform and a semi-structured approach. Data interpretation enabled the identification of the main characteristics of coworking spaces in Ifes, as well as the challenges and opportunities related to their implementation. Furthermore, the study aligned with legal initiatives such as the National Program for Supporting Innovative Environments, which encourages the creation of spaces focused on innovation. As a result, guidelines were proposed to assist in the implementation of coworking spaces in Ifes that do not yet have them, contributing to the promotion of innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the integration between academia, the market, and society.