World of mathematics

Mathematics is the study of relationships among numbers, quantities and shapes.  It includes arithmetic, algebra, trigonometry, geometry, statistics and calculus. Mathematics nurtures human characteristics like power of creativity, reasoning, critical thinking, spatial thinking ang others.  It provides the opportunity to solve both simple and complex problems in many real-world contexts using a variety of strategies.  Mathematics is a universal way to make sense of the world and to communicate understanding of

concepts and rules using the mathematical symbols, signs, proofs, language and conventions.

Mathematics helps organize patterns and regularities in the world.  The geometry of most patterns in nature can be associated either directly or indirectly to mathematical numbers. The limit and extent to which natural patterns adhere to mathematical series and numbers are amazing. Mathematics helps predict the behavior of nature and phenomena in the world. It helps control nature and occurrences in the world for the good of mankind. Mathematics has become indispensable because of its numerous applications.  

Mathematics being a science of patterns helps students to utilize, recognize and generalize patterns that exists in numbers, in shapes, and in the world around them. Students with such skills are better problems solvers and have a better sense and appreciation of nature and the world. Hence, they should have opportunities to analyze, synthesize and create a variety of patterns and use pattern-based thinking to understand and represent mathematical and other real-world phenomena. These explorations

present unlimited opportunities for problem solving, verifying generalizations and building mathematical and scientific competence.  

Reference: Mathematics in the Modern World. Cordial, R.R., Narzoles, A.B., Amoin, M.P., Catolos, E.C., Boca, A.B., Beringuel, J.T..Panday-Lahi Publishing House Inc. Muntinlupa. 2018 ISBN 978- 621-8094-11-6