A utilização da resolução de problemas como metodologia de ensino e aprendizagem no estudo da multiplicação de matrizes

Abstract

This work, based on qualitative research, seeks knowledge and use Methodology through problem solving as an alternative learning in the classroom, for students in 2nd year of high school, emphasizing the study of matrix multiplication. All work is based on the need to produce a meaningful education that promotes logical mathematical knowledge of students. In support of theoretical studies were used by George Polya, in the Art of Problem Solving, the guidelines of the National Curriculum, and also proposed new ideas in teaching and learning of Lourdes de la Rosa Onuchic and Luiz Roberto Dante, both from the Program Graduate of Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP). Considering the importance of more significant learning of mathematics and the focus of the study focusing on the concept and matrix multiplication, this research aims to answer two central questions: What are the main difficulties presented by the students to resolve issues related to arrays? and What are the contributions that the methodology through problem solving can provide for a meaningful learning in the teaching of multiplication of matrices for a class of 2nd year of high school?