Build Something Beautiful and Interesting with Giant Triangles: An Entry to Deep Mathematics

Year: 2011 Authors: Simon Morgan; Jacqueline Sack

Core claim

Open-ended building with Giant Triangles can prompt deep mathematical thinking, formal geometric ideas, and reflective pedagogy without starting from explicit math goals.

Topics

open-ended geometry, preservice teacher education, mathematical reflection, art-math connections

Domains

geometry, polyhedra, symmetry, 3D geometry, constructive art, color patterning, spatial design, creative workshop

Methods

group construction, show-and-tell discussion, whole-group reflection, guided mathematical analysis

Media

giant equilateral triangles, colored lightweight panels, assembled polyhedra

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