Propostas de aulas na educação básica de alguns conceitos matemáticos visando seu contexto histórico e aplicações nos dias atuais

Abstract

This paper aims to answer some questions asked by our elementary and middle school students about some mathematical concepts. To answer such questions, where do I come from this concept? And where can I apply it on day day? The following contents were chosen to be approached in this work: geometry, quadratic equation and fractions. Briefly, it will be presented how some mathematical concepts emerged from the needs of the ancient peoples, citing some historical personages, who were fundamental for the evolution of some notations used to represent certain numbers. In addition, it will show some applications in which the chosen contents can be used in the present day, as well as the importance of solving problems as a learning proposal, considering the importance of the same within mathematics, be it to plan, organize, control or analyze.