Lema e Jogos: programa curricular de uma disciplina eletiva de Análise Combinatória e Probabilidade para o Ensino Fundamental

Abstract

The areas of mathematics known as Combinatorial Analysis and Probability are often overlooked in mathematics teaching in the final years of elementary school, as they are not part of the reference frameworks for developing important external assessments. In this context, and considering that, if mathematics teachers aim to ensure effective student learning, they must seek diverse educational resources, this work aims to develop the curriculum for an Elective course for elementary school through the creation of a Mathematics Teaching Laboratory with an emphasis on developing games that teach Combinatorial Analysis and Probability. The literature already considers these two teaching methodologies effective, and by combining them with a subject that does not necessarily follow a defined curriculum, we believe that the learning of these two important areas of mathematics will not be overlooked and will be guaranteed. The curriculum lasts sixteen weeks and presents lesson plans for all these phases, thus helping teachers who have little time for planning due to the bureaucratic tasks of the profession. The research methodology involved a literature review on LEMA and Games, questionnaires with principals and teachers, analysis of elementary school textbooks, and the development of the curriculum itself. The developed curriculum suggests seven games considered beneficial for teaching Combinatorial Analysis and Probability, ensuring that teachers implementing the elective will achieve positive student learning outcomes.