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1.a Mathematics in Nature

Mathematics is a formal system used to recognize, classify, and exploit patterns. It can be found everywhere in daily tasks, nature, arts, music, medicine and other disciplines. Mathematics provides tools for calculations, describes natural order and occurrences, and helps control events and phenomena. It is done through curiosity, seeking patterns, trial and error, and problem solving without fear of more questions. Mathematicians, scientists, and everyone uses mathematics as it puts order in disorder and helps make the world a better place.

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1.a Mathematics in Nature

Mathematics is a formal system used to recognize, classify, and exploit patterns. It can be found everywhere in daily tasks, nature, arts, music, medicine and other disciplines. Mathematics provides tools for calculations, describes natural order and occurrences, and helps control events and phenomena. It is done through curiosity, seeking patterns, trial and error, and problem solving without fear of more questions. Mathematicians, scientists, and everyone uses mathematics as it puts order in disorder and helps make the world a better place.

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Section 1

The Nature of
Mathematics
Mathematics in
our World

RVM Retooling Training May 23 – 26, 2018


Getting
to
Know
Mathematics
http://vimeo.com/9953368
What is mathematics?
Mathematics, developed by human mind
and culture, is a formal system of thought
for recognizing, classifying, and exploiting
patterns.
(Stewart, p. 1)
The
Nature
of
Mathematics
study of
patterns

art language
Mathematics
is a/an …..

set of problem- process of


solving tools thinking
Where is mathematics?
• in every people’s daily
task or activity
• in nature, arts, music,
medicine, and other
disciplines
• in communities
IT IS EVERYWHERE
What is mathematics for?
• useful in making conclusions and/or predictions of the events
of the world

• use to describe the natural order and occurrences of the


universe

• use to organize patterns and regularities as well as


irregularities
What is mathematics for?
• help to control weather, epidemics

• provide tools for calculations

• provide new questions to think about


What is mathematics all about?

numbers, symbols, equations, operations,


functions, calculations, abstractions, devising
proofs
How is mathematics done?
• with curiosity
• with a penchant for seeking patterns and generalities
• with the desire to know the truth
• with trial and error
• without fear of facing more questions and problems to
solve
Who uses mathematics?
• mathematicians (pure and applied)

• scientists (natural and social)

• everyone
Why is mathematics important to
know / learn?
• It puts order in disorder.

• It helps us become better persons.

• It helps make a world a better place to live in.


Seatwork:

Look for Fibonacci numbers in fruits,


vegetables, flowers, or plants available in
your locality. Write a report about your
obtained results.
References:
Stewart, I (1995). Nature’s Numbers. Basic Books
Nocon, R. and Nocon, E. Essential Mathematics for the Modern
World
Vistru-Yu, C. PowerPoint Presentation. CHED-GET AdMU
Training
Nature in Numbers. youtube.com
MJ Calpa Notes (University of Eastern Philippines)

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