Atividades de investigação sobre conceitos estatísticos com o uso do LibreOffice Calc

Abstract

This study has as its objective outline the results of a case study about the use of LibreOffice Calc in investigating activities in teaching and learning Statistics. The Mathematics’ Research Theory, from João Pedro da Ponte, tries to establish a teaching and learning environment near the real mathematic professions activities by the methodical enquiry. To do so, activities planned with the use of this software benefit the students in many experiments. In this perspective, it is assumed that the use of the computer might not only reduce traditional teaching. The student might be the centre of the learning process and the teacher the intermediator in the investigation process. The reflexion made about the activities developed point to a great students’ commitment in doing the activities and some difficulties in the investigation process, mainly, because it is the first investigation experience with these students.