Multicultural Math Gallery Walkthrough will feature an array of Multicultural MathSpaces and mathematicians from underrepresented demographics.
This curation was hand selected by our students in the Program of Mathematics Education at Teachers College.
The mathematical spaces featured were selected for their design that can simulate effective education of a multicultural student body. We define MathSpaces as any space, physical or virtual, where mathematics learning, socialization, and/or identity development occurs.
Join us for an engaging gallery walk-through and see some of our favorite mathematicians and what a Multicultural MathSpace can look like. Note among our featured mathematicians are mathematicians showcased in the popular film Hidden Figures.
Link to virtual Multicultural MathSpaces event from Fall 2020.
Sidewalk Math is about bringing the fun play of sidewalk chalk art to cultivating an inclusive MathSpace for all. Sidewalk Math is a powerful space that stimulates wonder, meaningful hands on learning, and engagement across all ages. Sidewalk Math is great for mathematics learning and community building. It is trending as an affordable, creative, and inspiring interactive space that can happen at your front steps. The wider mathematics education community has been engaging with #sidewalkmath, and we would love you to join us and play!
Link to our virtual sidewalk math stations from 2020
Numeral Systems are richly connected to the culture of a people. Come play with these fun cootie catchers featuring several numeral systems. The art of folding papers is known as origami. Origami has a rich history in solving many important mathematical questions.
Shalom, I am Dr. Rochy Flint, Lecturer of Mathematics at Teachers College. I am passionate about creating and featuring collaborative interactive mathematical spaces.
Hi! I'm Baldwin, a third-year doctoral student in the Mathematics Education program. I enjoy learning about new technologies and considering how they can be incorporated into the mathematics classroom.
Hi, I’m Nasriah! I’m a third-year doctoral student in the Mathematics Education program, and also a middle and high school math teacher. I am passionate about issues of equity and access in mathematics education, and also the Golden State Warriors.
My name is Novia Anditya. I am a second-year MS student in the Mathematics Education program at TC. I am from Indonesia. NYC has many good restaurants, and I am lucky to have found some good spots for my favorite dishes; pho, dried hot pot, and ramen!
Hello, Ni Hao, Bonjour! My name is Siyu Liu and I am a first-year student in MS mathematics education program. Two facts about me: 1. I never go anywhere without taking my teddy bears because they are my siblings :)
2. I enjoy creative activities and exploring new things. I hope we’ll have a nice shared experience!
My name is Katie Duggan. I am a second year student in the MS Mathematics Education program and a high school math teacher at Manhattan Center for Science and Mathematics. I am passionate about making mathematics accessible and enjoyable for all students.
Hi, I'm Chamarra Coward, a second year doctoral student in the Mathematics Education program and a full-time high school math teacher. I am passionate about the interdisciplinary relationship between mathematics and art as well as supporting underrepresented minority students' interests in STEM fields/careers.
Hi, I am Xinge (Cindy) Zhang, a second-year doctoral student in the Mathematics Education program. I have a huge passion for teaching mathematics and exploring the connection between mathematics and technology.
Activity 1. Go on a VR field trip around the world to explore tessellations in different cultures - click on the map to see the places you will visit.
Activity 2. Play with Escher and Islamic tessellations using GeoGebra, a dynamic mathematics software. See “behind the scenes” constructions of these amazing tessellations. Click here to see the animation of the pattern design for one of the Islamic tessellations.
Activity 3. Design a stencil for your own tessellation using GeoGebra applet. Be creative!
Activity 4. Use the stencil you designed and create your own masterpiece. You will take it home with you!
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Hello, I am Dr. Irina Lyublinskaya, Professor of Mathematics and Education at Teachers College. I love to travel and as of today I visited 30 countries on 5 continents.
Hi, I am Yiran Li, a doctoral student in the mathematics education program. This is my fourth year at TC. I am from Yunnan, China, a beautiful province with perfect weather, beautiful nature spectacle, diverse cultures, and delicious food. I have two puppies at home, the size of the small one is one-tenth of another! But they get along very well.
Hi everyone! I'm Kate Reselosa, a second-year master's student in the Mathematics Education program at TC. I am an international student from Japan and have roots in Okinawa and the Philippines. A fun fact about me is that I can use the soroban (a Japanese abacus).
My name is Mine Cekin, I am a fourth-year doctoral student in the Mathematics Education program at TC. I am from the city which has the largest acreage in Turkey, Konya, even though you might think Istanbul or Ankara is the largest. Well, it is true that Istanbul has the largest population though
My name is Chen Chen, and I come from China. I am a fourth-year doctoral student in the Mathematics Education program. One fun fact about me is that I passed the Blazin challenge (a challenge for eating very spicy wings).
In this station, we will explore time and learn how indigenous people used the sun and made sundials to tell time. Connections will also be made to using our location and the sun’s location to tell time.
In this station, we will learn how birds use the materials in their environments across the world to build nests. We will also engage in an engineering design challenge to build nests with various materials.
Zainab Zahid Mesiya
I am a graduate student at Teachers College pursuing Instructional Technology & Media. I am from Pakistan with prior experience in principal and teacher training.
Xichen Li
I am a M.A. student at Teachers College, studying instructional technology and media. I am interested in AI literacy, media literacy, self-exploration and the potential of learning technologies in these fields.
Chenyou Wu
I’m a second-year Master's student in Instructional Technology and Media, my passion lies in learning experience design and exploring the ways in which art, humanity, technology, and innovation can revolutionize education in the future.
Lexuan Li
Hi I am a first year student in Communication and Education. I am interested in human psychology and cognition, and how it relates to digital media design and storytelling. I love reading, sports, and sunshine.
Xinyan (Helen) Song
I’m a second year M.Ed student studying Instructional Technology and Media. My interests lie in understanding and designing situated learning experiences.
Jingjing Li
I am a first year M.A student from the Communication and Education program. My passion lies in communications, media literacy and social research.
Andrea Maidanik
I am a Master's student in Instructional Technology and Media at Teachers College, Columbia University. I am passionate about the intersection between play, arts, science and technology.
Keying Chen
I am a recent graduate from the Master’s program in Communication and Education, and found my passion in using media, technology, and design to facilitate learning during my time here at Teachers College, Columbia University. I am currently working as a product associate for a micro-credential platform at an education-focused non-profit organization.