Study and Application of African Designs for Use in Secondary Education

Year: 2001 Authors: Anileen Gray; Reza Sarhangi

Core claim

African designs can effectively introduce geometry through symmetry analysis, compass-and-straightedge constructions, and proof activities.

Topics

symmetry groups, frieze patterns, geometry education, African art

Domains

Euclidean geometry, group theory, symmetry, African art, textile design, ceramics, wood carving

Methods

pattern analysis, classroom lesson design, compass-and-straightedge construction, formal proof

Media

woven cloth, pottery, ceramic ware, wood carvings

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