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Mathmatics Education Month
Growing up, you've probably always been told “Math can take you a long way” or “Everything involves math”. It's true though! You can make a good living by being a mathematician, and almost everything being made uses mathematics. The device you're using to read this right now?? It was physically made using MATH! Math plays a part in our everyday life whether it's : managing money, cooking, travel, shopping, etc. A lot of people even claim “Math is not my thing because I just can not understand it” when in reality we use it every single day.
Mathematics Awareness began in 1986 with a proclamation by President Ronald Reagan, who believed the application of math is indispensable in such fields as medicine, computer sciences, space exploration, the skilled trades, business, defense and government. National mathematics education recognition went from lasting for a week in 1986, to expanding across the entire month of April by 1999. Its goal is to increase public understanding of and recognition for mathematics. Playing a significant role in addressing many real-world problems—internet security, sustainability, disease, climate change, the data deluge, and much more.
During the month of April, around the nation there are math-centric activities for students or the general public. Past activities have included workshops, competitions, exhibits, festivals, lectures, symposia, department open houses, math art exhibits, and math poetry readings. Every year Math Forum hosts a game called “year forums” electronically for all interested students, mathematicians, scientists or engineers. The game is both fun and challenging
Mathematics provides an effective way of building mental discipline and encourages logical reasoning and mental rigor. In addition, mathematical knowledge plays a crucial role in understanding the contents of other school subjects such as science, social studies, and even music and art. Mathematical literacy is a crucial attribute of individuals living more effective lives as constructive, concerned and reflective citizens. Mathematical literacy is taken to include basic computational skills, quantitative reasoning, spatial ability etc.