Increasing students' motivation in mathematics teaching by applying interesting tasks in lower grades of primary school

Abstract

The fact is that most students have a problem with the adoption of mathematical content. Mathematics as a school subject is something that burdens them, and math classes are a real torture for them. How to learn mathematics and have the desired grade is a problem for students and their parents, as well as for teachers. Many mathematicians, pedagogues and psychologists have researched what it is that would increase students' motivation to adopt mathematical content. Some believe that the students' success to a large extent depends on the competencies and engagement of teachers, while others believe that the student himself and its inner motivation are of crucial importance. A student who has an "internal drive", who has the will and desire to work, who is persistent and does not give up on his goals achieves the best results. In this paper, we have dealt with the problem of motivation in students in the lower grades of primary school in the teaching of mathematics. The paper describes with concrete examples how students can be motivated by applying some interesting tasks. By applying these tasks, which are logical and in a way funny, students get the impression that they are playing in class while solving tasks. In a relaxed atmosphere, they learn, play and socialize, and most importantly, the knowledge they gain in this way is more lasting.