Generalização de padrões e tecnologias digitais: estratégias didáticas para a aprendizagem

Abstract

This study seeks to understand how technology can enhance algebra learning, of basic school in algebra, by using problems and /or situations, which encompasses generalization of patterns as the key topic. In this connection, this investigation assumes perspectives of qualitative nature, with an experimental design grounded on the concepts of Didactic Engineering. The theoretical framework is grounded on the Theory of Didactic Situations and in authors, such as Dreyfus, Zazkis and Mason, which embrace the focus of this research. The literature review points out to the possibility of using didactic strategies involving activities related to the generation of standards using several technologies, including digital ones. Therefore, technology involves the student in tasks that aim at discovering algebraically valid patterns. We sought to establish a dialogue between both components content: pedagogy and technology, proposing a coexistence in a state of balance between them