THE USE OF THE MEMORY GAME AS A TOOL FOR TEACHING QUADRATIC FUNCTIONS, A STUDY WITH 1ST YEAR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Abstract

When looking at the current social context, it is clear that Mathematics is crucial for the construction of society, integrating with different languages, including social and written. However, its teaching faces some dilemmas and challenges that require attention and studies from the scientific community. More specifically, it is necessary to emerge/validate tools and activities that can contribute to the teaching of basic mathematical concepts, with emphasis on the study of functions. Thus, this work has the general objective: Identify the contributions of using memory games in teaching quadratic functions to 1st year high school students. To this end, the work consisted of a Field Research whose approach was qualitative, carried out through a case study with 34 (thirty-four) 1st year high school students using Participant Observation and photographic records as instruments. . The results indicated that the use of the Memory Game was a valuable ally in teaching Mathematics, especially for Quadratic Functions. The students participated actively, showing interest and overcoming difficulties, taking the lead in the educational process.