Document Type
Conference Proceeding
Publication Date
5-31-2019
Abstract
"I'm just not a math person.” We’ve heard this comment countless times from our students. It is a mentality that both paralyzes and strangely comforts them. In this talk I will describe how I use my liberal arts Joy of Mathematics course to help students address and overcome stereotypes. In particular, I will discuss a specific assignment as well as share some student comments and perspectives on how this course helped change their viewpoint on more than just math.
Recommended Citation
Hamm, Jessica, "Overcoming Stereotypes through a Liberal Arts Math Course" (2019). ACMS Conference Proceedings 2019. 6.
https://pillars.taylor.edu/acms-2019/6
Included in
Applied Mathematics Commons, Computer Sciences Commons, Higher Education Commons, History of Science, Technology, and Medicine Commons, Mathematics Commons, Science and Mathematics Education Commons, Teacher Education and Professional Development Commons