The "sets of generated problems" with a view to use the graph coding close to solving of given problems

Abstract

The Graph Theory is not a component of standard syllabus of the elementary school, nevertheless some ideas of this theory are used in solving different problems, for example to visualization, systematization of some situations described verbally or done by geometry. The possibility of taking advantage of graph encoding in solving problems of the labyrinth type is discussed in this article. We wiil also gradually proceed to other types of problems. Sets of “generated problems” were compiled based on our own experiences collected during the basic and “pilot” research of using graphs in primary school. Solving these problems contributes to the development of solving strategies of pupils. Our aim was an improvement of the ability to operate with encoded symbol systems in different areas of mathematics at the primary school level.