1gen - Ed 4 Week 1 Module 1
1gen - Ed 4 Week 1 Module 1
1gen - Ed 4 Week 1 Module 1
MODULE 1
LESSON 1: Nature of Mathematics
INTRODUCTION:
Since the beginning of recorded history, mathematics has been a part of the human search
for understanding. Mathematical discoveries have been at the forefront of every civilized society,
and in use in even the most primitive of cultures. Mathematics is often defined as “a formal
system of thought for recognizing, classifying and exploiting patterns (Stewart 1995)”. It is also
described as “the science that deals with the logic of shape, quantity and arrangement (Horn
2013)”. It is also considered as an art, having an aesthetic and creative side.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
After reading the module, you will be able:
1. explain the nature of mathematics;
2. solve problems on Fibonacci sequences; and
3. cite applications of mathematics in the modern world.
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnkLDFpgix4
ANALYSIS:
Questions to Ponder?
1. What are the different kinds and forms of patterns you have seen in the video?
2. How these patterns help us understand the connection between our world and
mathematics?
ABSTRACTION:
Mathematics is the art of patterns ad connections embedded in nature and in our
environment.
We can use the following concept map in defining Mathematics:
Study of Patterns
is a/an…
Set of Problem solving tools Process of thinking
A. Mathematics as a Study of Patterns
Patterns in nature are visible regularities of form found in the natural world and can also
be seen in the universe. In the general sense of the word, patterns are regular, repeated, or
recurring forms or designs. We see pattern every day, from the layout of floor tiles, designs of
skyscrapers, to the way we tie our shoelaces. Studying patterns helps in identifying relationships
and finding logical connections to form generalizations and make predictions.
Example: What Comes Next?
Mathematics is all around us. As we discover more about our environment, we can
mathematically describe nature. The beauty of a flower, the majestic tree, even the rock
formation exhibits natures sense of symmetry. There are examples of microscopic level of nature
such as snowflakes. There are different types of patterns such as symmetry, fractals and spirals.
A. Symmetry
Symmetry is a sense of harmonious and beautiful proportion of balance or an object is
invariant to any of various transformations (reflection, rotation or scaling). There are two
main types of symmetry: bilateral and radial.
Bilateral Symmetry- is a symmetry in which the left and right sides of the organism
can be divided into approximately mirror image of each other along the midline.
Example: Insects, animals, plants, flowers and others, even leaves of plants and some
flowers such as orchids.
C. Spirals
A logarithmic spiral (or growth spiral) is a self-similar spiral curve which often appears
in nature. It was first described by Rene Descartes and was later investigated by Jacob
Bernoulli. Spirals are more evident in plants. We also see spirals in typhoon, whirlpool,
galaxy, tail of chameleon, and shell among others.
Fibonacci Sequence
A Fibonacci number is an integer in the infinite sequence 1,1 ,2,3,5,8,13,… of the first
two terms are 1 and 1 and each succeeding term is the sum of the two immediately preceding.
The numbers are named after Fibonacci, also known as Leonardo of Pisa or Leonardo Pisano.
The initially studied using the growing population of rabbits by Fibonacci:
Another example of Fibonacci Sequence:
FIBONACCI NUMBERS
The golden mean is a special number found by dividing a line into two parts so that the
longer part divided by the smaller part is also equal to the whole length divided by the
longer part is often symbolized using phi (φ), after the 21st letter of the Greek Alphabet.
In an equation form, it looks like this:
a a+b
=
b a
Golden ratio is mostly applied in the different field like example in arts, science, in fashion &
entertainment, business and engineering and others.
APPLICATION:
Direction: Choose only one (1) activity.
1. Look for patterns in nature. Write a 1-2 page report about the observed patterns. Include a
picture of these patterns.
2. Draw your “mathematics” face mask. Use patterns and colors.
EVALUATION:
1. Find the next number for the given series 3, 6, 18, 72,___,____,____?
3. Find the three missing terms in these Fibonacci sequence: 2 , 2, 4, 6, 10, ___, ___, ____.
4. Find the three missing terms in these Fibonacci sequence: 7 , 1, 8, 9, ___, ___, ____.
5. Find the three missing terms in these Fibonacci sequence: 4 , 5, 9, 14, ___, ___, ____.
References:
Mary Joy J. Rodriquez, MAED, Ivy Gay O. Salcvador, MAME, Feljone G. Ragma, Ed.D., Elma
M. Torres, MM, Edwina M. Manalang, Ed.D., Nora A. Orendina Ed.D., Ph.D., and Justine Ian
N. Ogoy. BSED, “Mathematics in the Modern World” Philippine Copyright 2018, Nieme
Publishing House Co. LTD.
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