A RESOLUÇÃO DE PROBLEMAS NA MATEMÁTICA PURA: ESTRATÉGIAS COGNITIVAS PARA O DESENVOLVIMENTO DO PENSAMENTO LÓGICO

This study aimed to investigate the cognitive strategies used in problem-solving in Pure Mathematics, seeking to understand how these strategies influence students’ performance and contribute to the development of advanced mathematical skills. The research adopted a qualitative bibliographic approach, analyzing studies published between 2022 and 2025 in recognized academic databases. Data analysis revealed that metacognition plays a fundamental role in mathematical problem-solving, enabling students to monitor and regulate their actions during the resolution process. Additionally, it was identified that adopting metacognitive strategies is associated with the development of higher-order thinking skills, such as justification elaboration and creative thinking. These findings support recent studies emphasizing the importance of cognitive and metacognitive skills in mathematics learning. The research contributes to the educational field by highlighting the relevance of these strategies in improving students’ performance in Pure Mathematics, providing insights for the development of more effective pedagogical interventions. Future studies are recommended to explore the implementation of specific intervention programs integrating cognitive and metacognitive strategies in mathematics education, as well as to investigate the impact of these interventions in different educational contexts and levels of education.