THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK
Mathematical Modeling
- The Modeling constributes significantly to reflections (Biembengut et Hein, 2000) ;
- The Modeling provides a learning environment based on research (Biembengut et Hein, 2000);
- The Modeling requires mathematical and technological knowledges to construct the model (Skovsmose, 1998) .
Simulation
Simulators can take many forms and can present in differents fields of knowledge (Jonassen, 1996).
Simulators should be:
- Exploratory learning environments;
- Spaces of discovery where students can manipulate, explore and experiment, developing their skills and of the discovery of the simulated world objects.