Maths Week Ireland is just around the corner! We’ll be celebrating from Monday 14 to Friday 18 October.
This year’s focus is ‘Maths at Work’, shining a light on the variety of careers that use maths on a daily basis. What better way to explore careers, than by chatting to the people within them?
“It was great to get answers from real people, not just the internet!“
– Student
Booking has already begun! Look out for the ‘Maths Week’ event theme, available for all Chats taking place between 14 and 18 October.
“Showing them how the maths content relates to their lives can be difficult. I really wanted to broaden horizons from their tunnel vision and, often insular, mentality.”
– Lucy, Maths Teacher
I’m a Mathematician supports Maths Week’s aims; spreading positive attitudes toward maths and showcasing its everyday relevance. We’ll be hosting Chats all week, connecting school students with people in diverse STEM roles.
Maths is everywhere, so there’s something for everyone this Maths Week. Students and mathematicians can share how they use maths and discover its value, in and outside of the classroom or the workplace.
Get involved to support young people to explore how maths is relevant to them and their interests, whatever their future holds.
Mathematicians, keep an eye on your Dashboard for new Chat invites as they arrive. Accept Chats to let us know you’ll be there, and reject any you can’t make so we can invite others.
“This was awesome experience, I have learnt in general more about STEM and the challenge of involving and convincing more young people to the field.” – Ben, Scientist
If you’ve taken part before and know a colleague who’d enjoy it, let them know how they can get involved too: https://imamathematician.ie/signup/c/
Teachers, book an activity to get your students involved!
“It is honestly one of the best things I do with the students each year.”
– Julia, TeacherIf you’d like to take part with a whole year or larger group, just drop us an email at support@imamathematician.ie to find out how the activity can work for you.