Mathematics Outreach
Examples and Impact from Across the Globe
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Mathematics Outreach: Examples and Impact From Across the Globe focuses on mathematics outreach, which involves people sharing their passion for and knowledge of mathematics with the goal of broadening access to and engagement in mathematics learning experiences.
Chapters contain rich descriptions and examples of mathematics outreach, together with reports of impact and effectiveness. Examples come from Ireland, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, and the United States. Authors describe outreach that engages people in a variety of mathematical experiences such as math circles, museum activities, mathematics festivals, problem-based puzzle environments, and math walks in the community.
All chapter authors report on parameters of their mathematics outreach, including duration of activities, funding, facilitating the activities, and sustaining the outreach over time. Authors of two chapters describe surveys of the literature about mathematics outreach. We expect Mathematics Outreach may be of value to readers interested in developing and considering the impact of mathematics outreach in their own contexts.
Section I.Introduction
- Chapter 1. Introduction to the Volume; Mary Ann Huntley, Denisse R. Thompson, and Christine Suurtamm
- Chapter 2. Examining Characteristics of Mathematics Outreach and Ways of Measuring Its Effectiveness; Riley Joseph Guyett and Mary Ann Huntley
- Section II. Family and Community Involvement Through Mathematics Outreach
- Chapter 3. Mathapalooza: A Community Program of Mathematical Play; Zdeňka Guadarrama and Mairead Greene
- Chapter 4. Career Mathways: Showcasing the Usefulness and Value of Mathematics to Secondary School Students and Teachers Through Careers; Olivia Fitzmaurice, Niamh O’Meara, and Patrick Johnson
- Chapter 5. Learner-Created Math Walks in Informal Learning Settings; Candace Walkington, Koshi Dhingra, Anthony Petrosino, Elizabeth Stringer, Saki Milton, Marc Sager, and Max Sherard
- Chapter 6. Ingenious Mathematics Festival: Jubilation in Mathematics for Geographically Disenfranchised Communities in South Korea; Kyunghoon Son and Lillie R. Albert
- Chapter 7. Mathematext: A Gateway for Families to Support Their Students’ Learning of Mathematics; Lucille S. Arcedas and Mary Ann Huntley
- Section III. Mathematics Outreach at Museums
- Chapter 8. Building a Collaborative Partnership to Support Early Learners in Mathematics During a Summer Experience at a Museum; Ryann N. Shelton, Keith Kerschen, Brandy N. Crowley, and Sandi Cooper
- Chapter 9. Math on the Midway Museum: From Both Near and Far; Wayne Nuzzolo and Rudolph Shappee
- Chapter 10. Making Math Happen: The MathHappens Approach to Math Learning Outside the Classroom; Lauren Siegel
- Chapter 11. MoMath: Building Community; Christine Suurtamm
- Section IV. Mathematics Outreach in School and University Settings
- Chapter 12. MaPP Challenge: Giving a Taste of Contemporary Mathematics Research to Secondary Students in a Puzzle-Based Outreach Program; Younhee Lee, Braxton Carrigan, Steven Clontz, PJ Couch, Cadavious Jones, Abby Noble, Andrew Owens, and Yulei Pang
- Chapter 13. A Model for Organizing Undergraduate-Led Math Circles; Jan Cannizzo, Andrey Nikolaev, and Emily L. Atieh
- Chapter 14. Stepping Sideways, Not Ahead: The Ithaca High School Math Seminar; Mary Ann Huntley, Fred Deppe, and Severin Drix
- Chapter 15. The Junior Mathematics Enrichment Programme at Galway, Ireland; Aisling McCluskey, John Grant McLoughlin, and Kathy O’Sullivan
- Chapter 16. Mathematics Educators’ and Graduate Students’ Colloquium; Berinderjeet Kaur, Eng Guan Tay, and Weng Kin Ho
- Chapter 17. Studied Effects on Mathematical Affect of K–12 Students From Participation in Out-of-School Mathematics Programs Facilitated by University Personnel; Rileigh Luczak
- Section V. Reflecting and Looking Forward
- Chapter 18. Reflecting on the Volume; Christine Suurtamm, Mary Ann Huntley, and Denisse R. Thompson
This book is a dynamic and inspiring guide to the world of math outreach and education. Through vivid stories and practical insights, it reveals how creative approaches can transform how people think about mathematics—making it fun, accessible, and deeply engaging for learners of all ages
Highlights include programs that reshape students’ perceptions of math through innovative puzzles and gameplay, collaborative models for math circles that enrich both students and communities, and celebrations of mathematical play that bridge the gap between fun and education with toys, puzzles, and interactive events.
Filled with tools, strategies, and real-world examples, this book is perfect for educators, outreach organizers, and anyone passionate about bringing the joy of math to life. Whether you’re looking to engage students in new ways or dreaming of a world where everyone plays math, this book is your inspiration.
Mary Ann HUNTLEY is Senior Lecturer of Mathematics in the Department of Mathematics at Cornell University, United States.
Christine SUURTAMM is Professor Emeritus of Mathematics Education at the University of Ottawa, Canada.
Denisse R. THOMPSON is Professor Emerita of Mathematics Education at the University of South Florida, United States.