Maths in Art

This is a throwback to the alternative assessment I gave my Grade 10 students three years ago. They were asked to use mathematical concepts in producing their own artwork.

This article was first posted in my original blog: boyetme, atbp.


Rationale:

This activity gives opportunity for the students to give meaning to mathematical concepts learned in grade 10 math. The construction of an art piece allows them to apply lessons from geometry, trigonometry, advanced algebra and calculus. The art itself breathes life into the knowledge and processes they have acquired throughout the school year. The reflection paper is metacognitive in nature, in that it allows students to articulate their thoughts, feelings and understanding of their own learning process in Math.

Objectives:

1. express thoughts, feelings and concepts learned in Math through art
2. create an art piece using a set of mathematical concepts
3. write a reflection on their artwork vis-à-vis their learning experience in Math

Materials:
½ illustration board ; drawing materials; short bond papers

Timeline:

DATE	TASK
May 12 (M)	Planning and Research Stage
May 13 (T)	SUBMISSION: Concept Description via email
May 13-19 (T-M)	Poster Making
May 19  (M)	SUBMISSION: POSTER
May 20  (T)	SUBMISSION: WRITE-UP via email
May 21 (W)	SUBMISSION: REFLECTION PAPER

Contact me if you would like a copy of the rubric I used to evaluate their work.

To read the write-ups of the students, go to: Maths in Art (submitted works).