Integration of Techniques of Art in Teaching of Mathematics: A Paradigm Shift in Methods of Instruction

Abstract

Mathematics and art are two subjects which are inseparable from each other, a lot of researches have been done on the integration of these two subjects world-wide, the combination of art in the teaching and learning of mathematics is still in struggling phase. In the present era where the education system of the whole world is focusing on STEAM, the unite of these two subjects has become of the utmost importance. The students who have been given instructions of mathematics using techniques of arts have shown significant improvement in their test scores achievement, development of cognitive abilities, creativity and critical thinking skills. Few students who were struggling in the subject, started finding it interesting when they were taught mathematics using art