Inteligência artificial generativa e ensino de matemática: explorando a engenharia de prompt no estudo de equações lineares

Abstract

This work discusses how Generative Artificial Intelligence can support the study of linear equations in elementary school, especially when students learn to use the tool in a guided way. The research is qualitative in nature and is based on a theoretical review, as well as tests performed directly on ChatGPT to observe how different types of prompts influence the tool's responses. From these analyses, a didactic guide was developed with suggestions for prompts that help students understand the concept of linear equations, follow the steps of the solution, and review their own errors. The results indicate that AI does not replace the teacher, but can function as support in autonomous study, offering clearer explanations, examples, and alternative paths for solving exercises. The proposed guide aims precisely to guide this use, so that the technology is integrated into the learning process intentionally and carefully.