A importância do cálculo mental para a aprendizagem da operação de adição nos anos iniciais.

Abstract

Mental calculation is an essential tool for teaching mathematical operations in the early years, especially addition. As well as speeding up problem-solving, it deepens understanding of numbers. This study sought to understand the development of mathematical learning, with a focus on mental calculation strategies based on the following question: How does the use of mental calculation strategies in the teaching of addition influence the development of children's learning? The study aimed to deepen understanding of the development of mathematical learning, with a particular focus on mental calculation strategies in conjunction with the addition operation. The research explored how these strategies impact learning and their developmental methodology. A qualitative study was carried out on mental calculation in addition and its effect on learning, using the works of Frana, Peretti & Tonin Da Costa and Berticelli & Zancan as the main authors. The results indicate that mental calculation enables personalized learning, allowing each child to follow their own pace, thus concluding that these strategies contribute to solving mathematical problems when practiced.