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Sombrero Vueltiao –Weaving Mathematics

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Sombrero Vueltiao –Weaving Mathematics

This paper describes the weaving technique of a traditional Colombian hat called sombrero vueltiao and some of its patterns. The making of the hat–and weaving in general–involves interesting mathematical thoughts and concepts and offers many learning opportunities, for all of which we provide examples in this paper.

Mathematical subjects

Didactics and Education
Discrete Mathematics and Foundations

Connections to other fields

Humanities and Social Sciences
Reflections on Mathematics
Author:
Milena Damrau

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Sombrero Vueltiao –Weaving Mathematics

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      Mathematical subjects

      Algebra and Number Theory
      Analysis
      Didactics and Education
      Discrete Mathematics and Foundations
      Geometry and Topology
      Numerics and Scientific Computing
      Probability Theory and Statistics

      Connections to other fields

      Chemistry and Earth Science
      Computer Science
      Engineering and Technology
      Finance
      Humanities and Social Sciences
      Life Science
      Physics
      Reflections on Mathematics

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