Abstract
How can we convince students, who have mainly learned to follow given mathematical rules, that mathematics can also be fascinating, creative, and beautiful? In this paper I discuss different ways of introducing non-Euclidean geometry to students and the general public using different physical models, including chalksphere, crocheted hyperbolic surfaces, curved folding, and polygon tilings. Spherical geometry offers a simple yet surprising introduction to the topic, whereas hyperbolic geometry is an entirely new and exciting concept to most. Non-Euclidean geometry demonstrates how crafts and art can be used to make complex mathematical concepts more accessible, and how mathematics itself can be beautiful, not just useful.
Original language | English |
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Pages | 285–288 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Publication status | Published - 2021 |
Event | Bridges 2021 - Duration: 2 Aug 2021 → 3 Aug 2021 https://www.bridgesmathart.org/b2021/ |
Conference
Conference | Bridges 2021 |
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Period | 2/08/21 → 3/08/21 |
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Keywords
- Mathematics education
- hyperbolic surfaces
- Non-Euclidean Geometry