Resumen

GASCO-TXABARRI, Javier. Arithmetic - algebraic problem solving and learning strategies in maths. A study in secondary education. Relime [online]. 2017, vol.20, n.2, pp.167-192. ISSN 2007-6819.  https://doi.org/10.12802/relime.17.2022.

One of the essential blocks of teaching and learning mathematics consists of word problems and their resolution; learning strategies encourage autonomy and can help make decisions in this mathematical task. This study aims to relate the way to solve problems with the use of these strategies. The research is done with students of secondary school 8th, 9th and 10th grade. Students are categorized into three groups: the group of algebraic resolution, mixed resolution and the group without defined profile. Learning strategies are measured by a questionnaire. The algebraic group outperforms mixed in various strategies, especially in those metacognitives. The group without defined profile uses less all strategies except rehearsal.

Palabras llave : Math education; Word problem; Learning strategies; Secondary education.