Abstract

Abstract: In this workshop we will explore the mathematics of Celtic knots. We will learn how the dimensions of simple knots determine the number of strands from which the knots are formed, as well as the number of times the strands cross each other. We will make predictions about the nature of these mathematical relationships and test them out. Then we will examine more complex knots and investigate the patterns which determine their construction and how their symmetry is related to these patterns.

About the speaker: Dr Jenny Gage was a mathematics teacher for some 15 years before joining the MMP as the academic coordinator for the Motivate videoconferencing project. She is passionate about providing students and teachers personal, hands-on mathematical experiences, and about facilitating maths opportunities beyond the confines of a syllabus. Recently, she has worked with teachers and students in South Africa and Pakistan, both in person and remotely. Developing these and other international links is an important focus of Jenny’s work with the MMP .

Audience: suggested age range – 12-14, KS 3

Admission to the lecture is free but by ticket only. For tickets please e-mail Kerstin Enright at mmptalks@hermes.cam.ac.uk or call 01223 766839; include your name, the title and date of the lecture, the number of tickets requested and a postal address in your message.

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