Matemática a distância: estudo de caso sobre as dificuldades encontradas pelos alunos do curso de licenciatura plena em matemática a distância da Universidade Federal do Ceará

Abstract

This work aims to show what are the main difficulties encountered by undergraduate students in distance learning mathematics at the Federal University of Ceará, as well as: show how Distance Education originated and fostered in Brazil and expose how distance learning was discovered at the Federal University of Ceará. The methodology used is classified as exploratory in terms of objectives, qualitative in terms of approach and a case study in terms of procedures. Case study carried out by applying a questionnaire. It was concluded that there really are and are several factors that hinder the course of the distance learning mathematics course at UFC, such as: difficulties of studying alone, having time to study, study material available being insufficient, having difficulty understanding the content of the subjects , but, that the main motivation for continuing is to have affinity with the course, to be able to have a degree in mathematics at a reputable institution, as well as to have flexible study hours. And that many student students do not have the opportunity to graduate in mathematics if this course was entirely in person.