utilização de padrões no ensino-aprendizagem de Matemática através da resolução de problemas, A

Abstract

In the present study we discuss the use of Algebra Patterns through the problem solving methodology, where we analyze the strategies used by the 8th grade elementary students for the generalization of patterns. We began the discussion by performing a historical survey of the development of Algebra, the study of mathematical patterns and the use of problem solving as teaching methodology. In order to carry out this work, we used a qualitative research and a case study in which four activities were applied with the purpose of analyzing some of the students' difficulties regarding generalization, as well as the development of algebraic thinking in the class. The result of the class was very positive, indicating that problem solving is a method that can facilitate the learning of mathematical contents, but present in several specific aspects that this understanding of algebraic concepts is still weak, suggesting that we have a long way to take development of algebraic thought.