Authentically Integrating Mathematics into Making Experiences Math in the Making

Abstract

While knowledge of mathematics is essential to every aspect of science, engineering, and technology, decades of research tell a consistent story: mathematics education in the United States is a barrier rather than a gateway to children’s engagement with STEM careers. Early in their lives, many children develop negative perceptions of mathematics and their own math abilities (Denner et al., 2019; Ganley & Lubienski, 2016; Jiang et al., 2020). ANDEE RUBIN AND SCOTT PATTISON Poto cortesy of C hiren’s M ueum of Pitburgh