FAIR & SQUARE: MAGIC, LATIN & VEDIC SQUARES – PiCaM
Publisher: Project in Citizenship and Mathematics
Magic squares have been created and used by many different cultures since ancient times. They have a beauty and symmetry that can give satisfaction to those who enjoy solving puzzles. They can also give important messages about balance and interdependence and have led to applications in various areas of life. (See the section at the end of this unit on ‘Ethical Issues and Dilemmas’ for a discussion on the use of the term ‘Magic’ in relation to Magic Squares).
Global citizenship competences addressed
appreciate different perspectives & world views (acknowledging the contribution of Chinese, Indian and other cultures to mathematics)
positive interactions with other cultures
analytical & critical thinking skills
communication & co-operation skills.
Global citizenship content:
Buen ViVir (social ecological integration); Environmental Sustainability; Legacy of
Colonialism; Interdependence; Alternative Knowledge Systems; Culture & Intercultural
Relations.
Mathematical content:
Number patterns and operations; rotational symmetry; understanding algorithms;
tiling patterns. The topic is very rich and other areas may be covered.
Approximately eight hours curriculum time.
Resource details
Subjects
Citizenship, Geography, History, Maths / numeracy
Topics
Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, Global citizenship, Globalisation, Social justice
Age ranges
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- Magic squares have been created and used by many different cultures since ancient times. They have a beauty and symmetry that can give satisfaction to those who enjoy solving puzzles. They can also give important messages about balance and interdependence and have led to applications in various areas of life. (See the section at the end of this unit on ‘Ethical Issues and Dilemmas’ for a discussion on the use of the term ‘Magic’ in relation to Magic Squares).
- 2019
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