December 4, 2017
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Comments Off on Maths, Supply Chains and Logistics
In a recent workshop we explored maths and the links it has with supply chains and logistics. This is something that I had next to no prior knowledge about however I left the lecture feeling very informed on the topic. A supply chain is the processes involved in the production or distribution of a product. […] Continue reading
November 30, 2017
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Comments Off on Conclusion to Discovering Mathematics
Wow, what a quick semester and elective, exciting learning opportunities and interesting facts and information about maths. Discovering mathematics has broadened my mind to the idea that maths is all around us and is very important in general day to day life of everyone not just, mathematicians, scientists, teachers, doctors etc. Mathematics has been explored […] Continue reading
November 28, 2017
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Comments Off on Maths games, puzzles and fun
In a recent discovering mathematics workshop, we explored the mathematics behind various different games and puzzles. Board games are always something I loved as a young child. I would spend many days with friends and family surrounding a board game and having fun. In this workshop we began looking at Sudoku. A standard game consists […] Continue reading
November 27, 2017
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Comments Off on Maths in Music
I have never played an instrument in my life or classed myself as musically talented. My brother plays the bagpipes and it amazes me how he can look at the notes and knows what it means. My musical abilities go as far as playing the recorder in primary school. So, when I found out we […] Continue reading
November 27, 2017
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Comments Off on Maths and Sport
Maths and Sport have very strong links, most of which I had no idea even existed until our input on the subject and further research afterwards. One very obvious link between the two is the use of different scoring systems in various sports. Some scoring systems are quite simple such as the one used in […] Continue reading
November 27, 2017
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Comments Off on Can Animals Count ?
In a recent maths input I was asked the question, ‘Can animals count?’. Straight away I laughed and responded with not a chance, but after the input and doing some of my own research, I am now unsure of my answer. The first piece of information which made me doubt myself was down to a […] Continue reading
November 27, 2017
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Comments Off on Maths Games and Puzzles
Who doesn’t love a board game? Board games are something which friends and families across the world, join together to play. However, what many people do not realise is, that board games and puzzles are a fun and exciting way of practicing mathematics at home or in a fun, school environment. Most board games and […] Continue reading
November 26, 2017
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Comments Off on Outdoor Learning
I am a huge fan of outdoor learning! I think my passion has mostly stemmed from my experiences working in a nature nursery, where I saw many of the benefits of the outdoor environment for my children. Unfortunately, I see much less outdoor learning taking place in school. So, what is outdoor learning? Well the … Continue reading Outdoor Learning → Continue reading
November 24, 2017
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Comments Off on Maths in Art and The Fibonacci Sequence
In our input with Anna, we learnt that there are many different aspects of maths within art. It was very interesting to learn about and see for ourselves. The first activity that we took part in was drawing in the style of Mondrian. Piet Mondrian (1872 – 1944) was one of the founders of the […] Continue reading
November 23, 2017
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Comments Off on Tessellation
Believe it or not, tessellation is something surrounding us in our daily lives. Look at the tiles in your bathroom, they will all be the same. Inside your kitchen? The tiles will show examples of tessellation as will the floor if it is wooden. Like chocolate? Who doesn’t?! Well that also shows tessellation as well […] Continue reading
November 20, 2017
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Comments Off on Mathematics and creativity?
Maths AND creativity?? I know! two words you would never normally put together. Maths is usually a subject people associate with lessons that involve worksheet upon worksheet where your answer can either be right or wrong. Where is the fun in that? No wonder so many children hate maths when they are stuck doing the […] Continue reading
November 17, 2017
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Comments Off on Maths and Music
Music is something that I have always had a strong interest in and I studied the subject throughout my time at high school. Little did I know just how many links there were between music and maths. I was always very aware of the simple mathematical concepts that were involved in music such as determining […] Continue reading
November 15, 2017
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Comments Off on The Sound of Maths
Maths and music go hand in hand. “Rhythm depends on arithmetic, harmony draws from basic numerical relationships, and the development of musical themes reflects the world of symmetry and geometry.” Marcus du Sautoy (2011). There are many links between maths and music such as the value of notes, the rhythm, the amount of beats in a bar, […] Continue reading
November 15, 2017
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Comments Off on Doctors or Mathematicians?
Statistics and Data in Medicine Statistics can be defined as a branch of mathematics dealing with the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of masses of numerical data. It can be a very complicated area of mathematics but essential in the medical world. Medicine has become increasingly reliant on mathematics in recent years. Statistics are used every single […] Continue reading
November 14, 2017
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Comments Off on Maths is not a Spectator Sport
My experience of sports has always been about avoiding falling over, getting hit in the face with a ball or accidentally scoring a goal in my own nets so I’ve never really stopped to think about the maths that comes with sports. Both of my younger brothers are really into playing rugby and I often […] Continue reading
November 8, 2017
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Comments Off on Discovering Maths in Sport
Discovering Maths in Sport As part of my journey in discovering mathematics, I have become aware of the fact that maths really is everywhere. So far, we have touched on maths in art, stories, music, computing, gambling and sport. In particular I’ve enjoyed looking at these aspects from a very open perspective, questioning the mathematical […] Continue reading
November 8, 2017
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Comments Off on Mathematics in Sport
When I was younger, I tried my hand at near enough every sport which was on offer. I did swimming, netball, hockey, lacrosse, basketball, enjoy-a-ball, golf and ballroom and line dancing. I started most of these when I was in primary school, however, I did carry a few of them through to high school. Unfortunately, […] Continue reading
November 7, 2017
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Comments Off on Music and Mathematics – Where is the link?
Music was never a subject which I took particular interest in during school. This was probably because I felt that you had to be able to play an instrument to a high standard to be successful in the subject, a skill which I had not yet mastered. My musical talents stretch as far as being […] Continue reading
November 6, 2017
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Comments Off on Reflection on maths in sports!
Previously, it hadn’t occurred to me about maths in sports. If I was playing a sport, my main aim and line of thought would be to try and score, or win, along with using some tactics. Therefore, today’s workshop about maths in sports really opened up my eyes to see how the fundamentals of mathematics […] Continue reading
November 4, 2017
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Comments Off on Exploring Edinburgh!
Whilst Steph and I had Stephanie’s friend from America, Apshara, over for the week. We thought we should take a trip to the capital to show her a little more of Scotland. Perfect time for another Social Studies blog! *** When we arrived in Edinburgh, we decided to go to Princes’ Street Gardens and the …
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