Why mathematical literacy matters ppt
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Mathematical literacy involves more than procedures - it requires a knowledge base and confidence to apply math skills to practical problems. A mathematically literate person can estimate, interpret data, solve daily problems, and communicate using math. As technology and the economy evolve, more jobs require math skills like problem solving and processing information. Math is also needed for everyday life outside of work. Mathematical literacy is key to coping with societal changes and is as important as reading and writing literacy. Understanding basic math concepts is necessary to comprehend information in today's complex world and opens doors to opportunities.
![WHAT MATHEMATICAL LITERACY IS.
The definition of mathematical literacy has been “Today’s mathematics curriculum must
debated internationally for decades. The Expert prepare students for their tomorrows. It
Panel feels confident that the broad outline of a must equip them with essential
vision for mathematical literacy is now widely mathematical knowledge and skills; with
accepted. skills of reasoning, problem solving, and
The OECD Programmed for International communication; and most importantly, with
Student Assessment (PISA) (OECD, 1999) defines the ability and the incentive to continue
mathematical literacy as: learning on their own.”
an individual’s capacity to identify and (Ontario Ministry of Education and
understand the role that mathematics plays in Training, 1999a, p. 3)
the world, to make well-founded mathematical
judgments and to engage in mathematics, in Mathematical literacy also implies the
ways that meet the needs of that individual’s ability to pose and solve mathematical
current and future life problems in a variety of situations, as
as a constructive, concerned and reflective well as the inclination to do so, which
citizen. often relies on personal traits such as
(p. 41). (p. 86) self-confidence and curiosity.
“In the changing world, those who understand and can do mathematics
have significant opportunities and options for shaping their future.”
(National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
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Why mathematical literacy matters ppt
- 1. WHY MATHEMATICAL LITERACY MATTERS Mathematical literacy involves more than executing procedures. It implies a knowledge base and the competence and confidence to apply this knowledge in the practical world. A mathematically literate person can estimate; interpret data; solve day-to-day problems; reason in numerical, graphical, and geometric situations; and communicate using mathematics. As knowledge expands and the economy evolves, more people are working with technologies or working in settings where mathematics is a cornerstone. Problem solving, the processing of information, and communication are becoming routine job requirements. Outside the workplace, mathematics arises in everyday situation after situation. Mathematical literacy is necessary both at work and in daily life. It is one of the keys to coping with a changing society.Mathematical literacy is as important as proficiency in reading and writing. Mathematics is so entwined with today’s way of life that we cannot fully comprehend the information that surrounds us without a basic understanding of mathematical ideas. Confidence and competence in mathematics lead to productive participation in today’s complex information society and open the door to opportunity.
- 2. WHAT MATHEMATICAL LITERACY IS. The definition of mathematical literacy has been “Today’s mathematics curriculum must debated internationally for decades. The Expert prepare students for their tomorrows. It Panel feels confident that the broad outline of a must equip them with essential vision for mathematical literacy is now widely mathematical knowledge and skills; with accepted. skills of reasoning, problem solving, and The OECD Programmed for International communication; and most importantly, with Student Assessment (PISA) (OECD, 1999) defines the ability and the incentive to continue mathematical literacy as: learning on their own.” an individual’s capacity to identify and (Ontario Ministry of Education and understand the role that mathematics plays in Training, 1999a, p. 3) the world, to make well-founded mathematical judgments and to engage in mathematics, in Mathematical literacy also implies the ways that meet the needs of that individual’s ability to pose and solve mathematical current and future life problems in a variety of situations, as as a constructive, concerned and reflective well as the inclination to do so, which citizen. often relies on personal traits such as (p. 41). (p. 86) self-confidence and curiosity. “In the changing world, those who understand and can do mathematics have significant opportunities and options for shaping their future.” (National Council of Teachers of Mathematics [NCTM], 2000, p. 5)