L1 (Math): Public Attitudes and Perceptions of Math

Question 1

In our daily lives, where is Math present?

Answer 1

In both low-tech and high-tech settings

Question 2

Examples of math-related high-tech knowhow that we are dependent on.

Answer 2

Gadgets
Communication
Transportation

Question 3

Examples of math-related low-tech and natural settings.

Answer 3

Sports
Arts
Weather
Shopping

Question 4

Why is it important to have a broad general awareness of math, including its roles in society, and strengths and limitations?

Answer 4

awareness –> appreciation
appreciation is the groundwork to one to confidently acquire essential mathematical and quantitative skills

Question 5

Numeracy and Quantitative Literacy

Answer 5

Broad general awareness of math’s roles in society, strengths, and weaknesses (theory)
Competent in Quantitative Reasoning (practice)

Question 6

Why is it important to have an appreciation of the need for numbers?

Answer 6

We use it in our routine daily activities, and basic information we deal with.