The Magical Power of Our Eye: A Student Centered Approach to Building Bridges between Mathematics and Art
Gail Kaplan and Chris Bartlett

Proceedings of Bridges 2011: Mathematics, Music, Art, Architecture, Culture
Pages 685–692
Workshop Papers

Abstract

This workshop paper provides both the necessary background knowledge for the facilitator of a workshop and a series of student-centered activities designed to enable students to explore the relationship between mathematics and art, in particular, the connection between the golden ratio and paintings. These links stimulate student interest in both disciplines as well as improve critical thinking skills.

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