A colaboração da História da Álgebra para análise e compreensão de problemas matemáticos: uma proposta para o ensino de equação polinomial do primeiro grau

Abstract

This work arose from a concern for the development of students’ algebraic reasoning, since many of them do not feel comfortable when they begin to study the variables within Mathematics. We propose the use of the Problem Solving methodology and the History of Algebra, in the development of algebraic language, as a facilitating method for understanding the concepts related to the first-degree polynomial equation. From bibliographic studies concerning the History of Algebra and Resolution of Mathematical Problems, we have proposed pedagogical activities that deal with the development of algebraic language. The activities are proposed to be applied with 7th grade classes of elementary school, over eight weeks, with weekly meetings of 1 hour and 40 minutes. We hope to broaden student training by contributing to the construction of concepts related to abstraction and mathematical generalization, as we believe it is paramount that the student understands the transition from verbal to algebraic language.