Activities
This page gathers free activities that can be used alongside Meet a Mathematician interviews. Some activities were created specifically to extend an interview or explore ideas, experiences, or mathematics discussed by a featured mathematician. These activities can be used in classrooms, math circles, math clubs, informal learning programs, and community events. Browse by topic or age group to find an activity that fits your setting.
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| Title | Description | Materials | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humanizing Mathematics Assignment - Dr. silviana amethyst |
In this activity, students will watch silviana amethyst’s Meet a Mathematician interview and write a 1–2 page reflection connecting her story to their own experiences with learning, struggle, support, belonging, and representation in mathematics. |
Selvi Kara |
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