Grafos no ensino médio : aplicabilidade como forma de potencializar a aprendizagem matemática

Abstract

The present work presents a study proposal in the area of mathematical learning, with the main objective of understanding how Graph Theory, inserted in a high school classroom context, generates participation and protagonism of students in mathematical content. This is a qualitative research in the modality of participant observation. For this proposal, a workshop was conducted with third-year high school students from the Waldemar Amoretty Machado State School, in the city of Bagé-RS, lasting four class periods. The activities of the workshop with Graph Theory used the problem-solving methodology, enabling an interdisciplinary approach, which provided benefits that enriched the students' learning. As a general observation of the workshop, we believe we have achieved our objectives, as the class participated actively and completed all activities within the expected time. Even when the answers did not meet expectations, the groups demonstrated the ability to use logical reasoning and explore alternative methods to find solutions. Other aspects highlighted were interest and motivation during the workshop.