Introduction to Maths and Its Importance
Mathematics is one of the most crucial core subjects! Math is a subject of numbers, shapes, data and measurements. It contributes to different fields in our everyday life like medicine, engineering, finance, sciences, economics, etc.
Mathematics is a subject of logic. Learning mathematics will help students to grow their problem-solving and logical reasoning skills. Solving mathematical problems is one of the best brain exercises.
Fun Fact: Did you know that the word mathematics originated from the Greek word “mathema”, which means “subject of instruction”?
You’re probably sitting in math class wondering “Why do we learn math and why is it so special?”. Math as we know it today is a universal language! Despite languages dividing our world, math unifies us to work together towards new innovations and concepts!
4 Benefits of a Great Math Education
1. Math promotes healthy brain function
Solving math problems and improving our math skills gives our brain a good workout. And it improves our cognitive skills over time. Many studies have shown that constantly practicing math keeps our brain healthy and functioning well.
2. Math improves problem-solving skills
Something simple as “Johnny brings home 42 watermelons and returns 3 of them” might seem like a silly exercise. However, all those word problems we solve really does improve our problem solving skills. Overall, word problems teach us how to pull out the important information and then utilize it to find a solution!
3. Math Sharpens your memory
Learning mental math starts in elementary school. We learn addition, then subtraction, multiplication and division. As we master those skills, we’ll begin to memorize more tips and tricks. Students will memorize those concepts and processes throughout their education. Even as we grow, we continue to use math skills in adulthood with that memory kept in perfect shape!
4. Math teaches determination
Throughout your time with math, I’m sure there was one time where you might’ve felt down after failing a test. However, those experiences become progress and it keeps pushing you to persevere and not give up!
Career:
In Mathematics, you can get jobs in diverse fields such as financial services, insurance, hardware and software design, medical, etc.
A Photo of Mrs Luccock's Math Classroom (201)
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Actuary
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Algorithm designer
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Appraiser
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Bioinformatics scientist
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Claims adjuster
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Computer programmer
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Cost analyst
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Cryptanalyst
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Data scientist
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Database administrator
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Demographer
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Economist
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Environmental epidemiologist
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External auditor
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Financial planner
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Insurance salesperson
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Inventory control specialist
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Investment banker
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Mathematical statistician
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Mathematician
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Mortgage researcher
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Quantitative analyst
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Software engineer
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Statistical consultant
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Systems analyst
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Tax investigator
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Teacher or Professor
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Technical analyst
The more experience you get, the more opportunities open to you!
Opportunities include:
Meet other Mathematics students through events and programs.
Attend talks about research in mathematics.
Interact with elementary and high school students through workshops and sessions.
In conclusion, mathematics is one of the core and crucial subjects needed by any student for it teaches you problem-solving skills and the life lesson of not giving up!! :)
