Mathematics in our

World
Objectives:

• Discuss the Nature of Mathematics

• Appreciation of its practical, intellectual, and aesthetic
dimensions
• Application of mathematical tools in daily life
 Getting to
Know
Mathematics
 What is Mathematics?
• it is developed by human mind and
culture
• it is a formal system of thought for
recognizing, classifying, and exploiting
patterns.
(Stewart, p. 1)
Mathematics - it is the Science of Patterns

Types of Patterns
1.numeric patterns
2.geometric patterns
Mathematics in
our World
 study of
patterns

art language
Mathematics
is a/an…..

set of process of
problem- thinking
solving tools
 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 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.

Reference: The Nature of Mathematics. Grace O. Aoanan. RVM Retooling Training May 23 – 26, 2018