Stitching Mathematical Dispositions: Everyday Mathematics in Creative Practice – Sewing Shopping Bags for Our Visitors
Reusable shopping bags may seem simple. But stitched into every seam was reasoning, precision, judgement, and care. Through this activity, we were not only applying mathematical skills; we were cultivating mathematical dispositions—precision, perseverance, critical thinking, intellectual discipline, and responsible decision-making.
From Everyday Choices to Mathematical Models: Creating Integrated Teaching Material for Home Economics and Mathematics
Saara Lehto from the University of Vaasa and LUMA Centre Ostrobothnia and Johanna Rämö and Mari Ponkilainen from the University of Eastern Finland spent two intensive days together in Joensuu working on innovating new teaching materials that integrate home economics and mathematics. Starting the journey towards our goal, we first brainstormed a lot of ideas […]