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Math Football: Connecting Mathematics and the world Cup
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Published: 2025/12/10 06:06:47
Event Overview
Join us for a unique event exploring the intersection of mathematics and football, timed to coincide with the excitement of the World Cup. This event offers insights into how mathematical concepts can be brought to life through the popular sport, engaging students and fostering a deeper understanding of key mathematical principles.
Schedule
From 1:00 PM
open Arrival
2:00 PM
Welcome and Introduction
2:15 PM
Is it just coincidence? Or is he inside?
Presentation by Prof. Dr. Ulrich Kortenkamp (Uni Potsdam)
3:00 PM
Coffee Break
3:30 PM
Parallel workshops
4:30 PM
Open-End Session & discussion
Workshop Details
Workshop 1: A Betting Game for School Classes (Grades 3-4)
Mareike Stahl and Laura Klapper present a betting game designed to ignite enthusiasm for mathematics in young learners. Leveraging the excitement of the World Cup, this game focuses on the mathematical content area of data and chance.the game is structured to ensure all children, regardless of their interest in football, can participate successfully.
- Clear classroom materials accompany the game.
- preparatory tasks are strategically timed throughout the World Cup.
- The game highlights the relevance of data and chance in a fun, engaging way.
Workshop 2: Fermi Around the Round (Grades 3-6)
Katja Lenz, Marina Lentin, and Sandra gleißberg lead a workshop exploring Fermi problems related to football. Participants will learn how to estimate quantities and apply mathematical reasoning to real-world scenarios within the context of the sport.This workshop encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Fermi problems are estimation problems designed to teach dimensional analysis, approximation, and order of magnitude estimations. They are named after physicist Enrico Fermi, known for his ability to make good estimations with limited or incomplete data.
Workshop 3: Football and Geometry
This workshop, led by [Presenter Name], will explore the geometric principles inherent in football. From the shape of the ball to the angles of passes and shots, participants will discover how geometry plays a crucial role in the game. Expect hands-on activities and visual demonstrations.
Key Takeaways
- Mathematics can be effectively integrated into popular culture, like the World Cup, to increase student engagement.
- Games and activities provide a practical and enjoyable way to learn mathematical concepts.
- Real-world applications of mathematics,such as data analysis and estimation,enhance understanding and relevance.
- Workshops offer valuable professional progress opportunities for educators
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