Modelagem matemática aplicada para dimensionar reservatórios de água: relato de experiência em uma escola estadual na cidade de Santarém-PA

Abstract

The present study aims to report on an experience involving activities conducted with a 2nd-year high school class, in a state school, in the city of Santarém, Pará, introducing Mathematical Modeling as a methodology to be implemented in the classroom for addressing topics in Mathematics and Physics in a manner contextualized to students’ real-life experiences. Over the course of five sessions, concepts related to Hydrostatics and Geometry were explored, focusing on the design and sizing of water reservoirs at the school in question. Despite certain challenges encountered during the implementation of the study—such as class reassignments and setbacks that hindered the continuity of lessons across consecutive weeks—the approach successfully engaged a significant portion of the students. This outcome highlights, through a hands-on experience, that it is possible to teach in an interdisciplinary manner, integrating different areas of knowledge, while presenting content in a less abstract way that connects theoretical concepts to real-world situations.