CMATH 1012 Liberation Mathematics
In this course, students will develop a critical consciousness about mathematical identity and the place of mathematics both in our lives and in the world which will allow us to move from reacting to structures outside of ourselves to being empowered actors who create our own identities. We rely heavily on Paulo Freire's notion of praxis which Freire defines as "reflection and action upon the world in order to transform it." This course puts this idea into practice in the arena of mathematics by starting with reflecting on mathematical identity education power and oppression followed by taking action through trying new mathematical experiences and reflecting on those new experiences with an eye toward identity and oppression. We continue the cycle by using our critical awareness of mathematics education to design and deliver an educational experience that will address some of issues that we have considered during the semester.
Offered
every semesters
Notes
This course does not fulfill the General Education Mathematics requirement for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Only LCAL students in Individually Designed Degree programs may count this course towards general education math requirement. Additionally, traditional CLAS and LA+D students require instructor permission to register for this course.