We are all aware that Mathematics underpins all STEM subjects, but have you ever thought there are connections between learning mathematics and studying the structure of a language?

Join mathematicians and linguists from the University of Edinburgh to explore the topic further.

During this interactive workshop you will have a go at some puzzles and activities. You might end up exploring the underlying structure or numerical systems of languages from around the world, or deciphering inscriptions and constructing short sentences in unfamiliar languages. Together we will explore how language works and where maths comes into play.

You will have a chance to discuss with Mathematicians and Linguists about similarities between their subjects.

You will get ideas to take to your classroom and show your students how Maths is everywhere.

All Scottish primary and secondary Maths or Language teachers are invited. The activities we are going to use are mainly aimed at children older than 10 years. However, the approach can be applied to all year groups.

NOTE: If you have been to a similar workshop during Maths Week Scotland, please note that we are going to use different puzzles this time. Hence you can attend again and learn something new.

Please read and abide by the Code of Conduct for this event, which can be found here.

Further information about our upcoming events and resources can be found at: https://www.maths.ed.ac.uk/school-of-mathematics/outreach

PLEASE NOTE:

By registering to the workshop you are giving the University consent to hold and process this data about you, under data protection regulations, for the purpose of running this event.

Data about your School and postcode will be used by the School of Mathematics at the University of Edinburgh to analyse the demographics of participants, and may be anonymised and published in the future (appearing in University reports, Education, Mathematics or Science Communication Journals/Conferences, for example). Other data may be stored by the University of Edinburgh for up to five years, and used for the purpose of evaluating the event. The University will not share any personal data with third parties. If you would like your data to be deleted from our datastore, please email francesca.iezzi@ed.ac.uk.

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