Algebraic expressions roulette” game

an experience report

Abstract

In this experience report, we highlight our concern with the teaching and learning of elementary algebra, which is always very present in our teaching practice. Implementing the theme using a dynamic game is a very efficient teaching method in today's context, and because it is something different and attractive, students usually enjoy participating in these activities. Perhaps this will stimulate their interest in learning the content, making it a widely used pedagogical practice in the classroom. The main objective was the development, implementation, and validation of a dynamic proposal for the development of a game that promotes the understanding of basic operations with algebraic expressions for 6th-grade students in Elementary School. In the proposal, a roulette of algebraic expressions was developed for students to draw their algebraic expressions and dynamically work on the activity. Therefore, this activity contributes to the concrete learning of expressions through the use of manipulative materials, learning to manipulate letters and numbers, in essence, algebra.