Need and Significance of Mathematics Education

NEED AND SIGNIFICANCE OF MATHEMATICS EDUCATION

It is not very easy to bring out the importance of mathematics education in a few words. However, a few important aspects have been listed below. Mathematics education provides

•  A good mathematics background with the knowledge of concept and theories.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts and theorems to situations.
• Ability to transfer the mathematical type of thinking and reasoning to daily life situations.
• A clear understanding of laws of nature.
• A clear understanding of the culture and  development of civilizations.
• An appreciation of the application of mathematics for the scientific and technological advancement.
• Sufficient mathematical skills to meet the demands of  daily life.
• A better understanding of the world around.
• Ability to make independent decisions about the social issues.
• A good deal of self- reliance, self confidence,   tolerance and open mindedness.
• A window for looking at the world and a frame work for solving problems.
• Ability to transfer the knowledge and skills learned through mathematics lessons to  other contexts in the  work place and everyday life.
• An essential element of communication.
• A powerful tool in the hands of learners.
• Ability to apply mathematics and make meaningful connections to life’s experience.
• Ability  to communicate mathematical ideas coherently and clearly to peers, teachers and others .
• Ability to think alternative methods of solving problems.
• Ability to apply mathematical ideas and relationships In areas outside classrooms such as in art, science, and other curricular areas and in everyday life, especially physical phenomenon.