The Art and Mathematics of Tessellation

Year: 2000 Authors: Travis Ethridge

Core claim

Creative geometry in tessellations can be used to integrate mathematics and art into broader classroom curricula.

Topics

tessellations, geometry, curriculum integration, interdisciplinary education

Domains

geometry, pattern theory, art education, pattern design

Methods

workshop instruction, creative geometry, curriculum integration

Media

tessellation patterns, educational materials

Paper text

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BRIDGES Mathematical Connections in Art, Music, and Science

The Art and Mathematics of Tessellation

Travis Ethridge Department of Mathematics and Computer Science Southwestern College Winfield, KS 67156

This workshop will provide participants with knowledge that the combination of mathematics and art can be useful in developing interest and understanding for a variety of other subjects. The connections developed from the creative use of geometry to develop artistic patterns, called tessellations, can be connected to the patterns existing in science, English, history, and, of course, math and art. This workshop was developed to provide educators with information about tessellations and offer a variety of methods, materials, and opportunities to integrate this amalgam of mathematics and art to any class curriculum.