Between the Two Cultures: Teaching Math and Art to Engineers (and Scientists and Mathematicians)

Year: 2023 Authors: Joshua Holden

Core claim

A sculpture-based math-and-art course for STEM students can successfully foster creative making and mathematical reflection, though integrating the two disciplines smoothly remains challenging.

Topics

math and art education, sculpture projects, STEM pedagogy, creative making

Domains

geometry of three dimensions, polyhedra, symmetry groups, Calculus III, sculpture, furniture design, string art, mixed media

Methods

team teaching, project-based learning, critiques, student essays

Media

cardboard, wood, 3-D printed plastic, string

Source status

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