Knowledge of teachers in the early years of elementary school regarding games in mathematics
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https://doi.org/10.1590/SciELOPreprints.14806Keywords:
teacher knowledge, mathematical games, elementary education, pedagogical strategies, teacher trainingAbstract
This article aims to analyze early years teachers' knowledge about the use of mathematical games in the teaching-learning process. The research was conducted with teachers from a public school in Macapá-AP, using a qualitative approach with interviews and questionnaires. Data analysis revealed that teachers possess significant knowledge regarding the benefits of games in promoting logical reasoning and social interaction among students. However, the observed patterns and recurring trends show that the application of games is still in its early stages, with most teachers using them sporadically and without a clear pedagogical strategy. The results also indicate that resistance to changing traditional practices, lack of adequate didactic resources, and scarcity of specific training on pedagogical games are recurring challenges faced by teachers. It is concluded that, while knowledge about the importance of games is present, there is a need for continuous teacher training and greater integration of games into the curriculum to enhance mathematical learning in the early years.
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