Jogos matemáticos : transformando o aprendizado no ensino fundamental I da Escola Municipal Ana Xavier Lopes

Abstract

This research investigates how educational games can facilitate mathematics learning, especially in Elementary School. Mathematics, traditionally perceived as an abstract and challenging discipline, can be transformed into a more dynamic, meaningful, and motivating experience through the application of games. Grounded in constructivist theory, this research explores how games facilitate knowledge acquisition by students through interaction with their environment, objects, and peers. Playfulness and the use of educational games in mathematics education are crucial for promoting learning and developing logical reasoning. By engaging students in practical and interactive activities, games facilitate the understanding of mathematical concepts and reduce the emotional barriers often associated with the subject. Additionally, games provide opportunities for problem-solving, rule observation, and strategy discussion, contributing to the formation of cognitive and social skills and concepts. At Ana Xavier Lopes Municipal School, mathematical games have been explored as an effective strategy to engage students and improve their academic performance. This Thesis examines how the incorporation of games into the school curriculum can transform the classroom into a dynamic knowledge-building environment. The goal is to provide a more motivating and enjoyable teaching experience, where students become active participants in their learning process. Through observations, interviews, and performance analyses, this study seeks to highlight the benefits of mathematical games in education, offering practical guidelines for their effective implementation.