An application of fractals: the study of geometric progressions
Authors
Mikelle R. de Almeida
Ana Paula R. Andrade
Carmem Lúcia V. R. Azevedo
Keywords:
Fractals, Geometric progressions, Investigative process
Abstract
Fractals are increasingly present in Math textbooks used in Brazilian Elementary and Secondary School, as well as in the High School National Exam (ENEM), and in some college entrance exams (vestibulares). Its study allows for the application of many mathematical concepts such as: progressions, area, volume, perimeter, complex numbers, logarithms, polynomials, among others. This course will focus on Geometric Progressions using Geometricks, a Dynamic Geometry software, as a facilitator in the visualization of patterns. Investigative and interactive processes will be used to reach some symbolic representations of underlying concepts in this area.
Author Biographies
Mikelle R. de Almeida
Licencianda em Matemática do IF Fluminense
Ana Paula R. Andrade
Especialista em Educação Matemática (FAFIC), professora do IF Fluminense
Carmem Lúcia V. R. Azevedo
Mestre em Economia Empresarial (UCAM/RJ), professora IF Fluminense
