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Mathematics is the science of recognising, understanding, appreciating, creating and using patterns in day-to-day life, business, sciences, work life, and technology.

Once we develop, teach, and treat math as the science of patterns, and give students a fair chance to arrive at answers at their own pace—where no answer is ridiculed, and where comparison of scores is minimized—we observe students becoming more willing to attempt problems on their own.

Unequal comparisons, public shaming, and repeated reprimands for low math scores are among the most significant factors shaping negative attitudes in children. Often, due to reasons beyond their control, children encounter these pressures early in their learning journey, leading to math anxiety and even hatred for the subject.

Developing a strong language–math interface also helps students understand problems better, reinforcing their confidence and ability to engage with math meaningfully.

Incorporating everyday examples—counting, measuring, simple money exchanges—can significantly help students build a positive attitude toward mathematics.

Teaching Mathematics Through Activities

Mathematics is the science of recognising, understanding, appreciating, creating and using patterns in day-to-day life, business, sciences, work life, and technology.

The National Education Policy has introduced the concept of “mathematical thinking.” To truly cultivate this, it is essential for students to engage with mathematical concepts through hands-on activities.

A promising example of this is the work of Ms. Shruti Goel, a young mathematics teacher who runs a dedicated YouTube channel. Her videos creatively explain key mathematics, science, and English concepts through simple, engaging activities. Among many educational channels—including those by NCERT—her efforts stand out for their clarity, consistency, and vibrant presentation.

Her curated playlists can be accessed here: 
- [Math Activities Series 1](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLW6ZJtqCeoWsBTuLYm-w7T0ZUdaUYZcB1) 
- [Math Activities Series 2](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLW6ZJtqCeoWv2-bpS7H5A_cz5WrnkVv0r)

Teachers inspired by this approach can greatly enhance classroom engagement while building deeper understanding.


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