Maker Maths: Discover what you need to make what you want

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Abstract: Geometry is the math of the 3D world. It is a significant portion of the math curriculum in formal education. The most common learning trajectory of elementary geometry initiates from establishing familiarity with names of shapes as well as distinguishing 2D and 3D shapes, and gradually progresses into more complex geometric forms and theorems. However, the structured nature of formal education teaching and assessments has often resulted in a problem: students may find success in these school assessments yet still be unable to apply their knowledge to authentic activities of a specific practice. The recent rise of Maker Education, as a result of the Maker Movement, has provided opportunities for extending geometry learning from formal education to create more ‘authentic’ learning experiences. Maker Education utilizes problem-based, project-based, hands-on learning. Our solution, Maker Maths, will situate geometry learning in making processes to enhance the authenticity of learning as students experience legitimate application of their knowledge. The three key features of Maker Maths - Take-Apart, Tool Making, and Maker Activities - provide a scaffolded educational experience that guides learners to identify, investigate, and apply geometry to the making process. The ultimate goal of Maker Maths is to create a learning ecosystem that guides learners to understand and apply geometry through making.

Author	Chen, Yujie (Kelly)
Author	Wong, Michael

Subject	Math Education
Subject	Maker Education
Subject	hands-on learning
Subject	authentic learning experience
Subject	informal learning
Subject	makerspaces
Subject	elementary education
Genre	Text
Genre	Report

DOI	https://doi.org/10.25740/gx970gd9848
Location	https://purl.stanford.edu/gx970gd9848

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Preferred citation: Chen, Y. and Wong, M. (2022). Maker Maths: Discover what you need to make what you want. Stanford Digital Repository. Available at https://purl.stanford.edu/gx970gd9848. https://doi.org/10.25740/gx970gd9848.

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