EXPLORING THE PYTHAGOREAN TABLE IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF LOGICAL THINKING OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS.

Abstract

This article investigates the Pythagorean Table in promoting logical reasoning among high school students. Using the Action Research approach, the study was conducted in six classes at a school in Barão de Grajaú-MA, divided into a control group and an experimental group. The methodology included an initial observation phase followed by an intervention with the Pythagorean Table method in the experimental group. Questionnaires were applied, and qualitative analyses of the students' responses in both groups were conducted. The results indicate that the experimental group showed a significant improvement in questionnaire scores and response organization compared to the control group. The average scores of the experimental group were 20% higher than those of the control group, and they showed less variation around the correct answers. Qualitative analysis revealed an improvement in the accuracy and clarity of the experimental group's responses. These findings support the effectiveness of the method in enhancing students' logical reasoning skills, aligning with existing literature on the importance of effective pedagogical methods. The study suggests that the Pythagorean Table can be a valuable tool in mathematics education, contributing to a deeper understanding and more effective application of mathematical concepts.