O xadrez como atividade extracurricular de estudo de matemática na escola Osvaldo Cruz no município de Itaqui, RS

Abstract

The objective of this research was to analyze the effectiveness of chess as a tool for the study of mathematics in the final series of elementary school in Itaqui, RS. The relationship between the game of chess and the development of cognitive and non-cognitive abilities, as well as its relation with the mathematics teaching, has been proven. The importance of seeking new teaching instruments is due to the low assimilation of essential contents of the students curriculum. The case study was carried out assuming the molds of a qualitative research, by means of workshops to reinforce the contents and tests for comparison of the initial situation and evolution of the students. Positive results were observed, since it was an extracurricular and optional activity. The small group that participated in the meetings obtained improvements in concentration, attention, interpretation of problems and assimilation of mathematics in general. In this way the use of chess is suggested as an instrument of mediation in the teaching and learning of mathematics in the classroom.