Experience and Application of Mathematical Thinking

Mathematical thinking is a form of thinking activity that uses mathematics to think and solve problems, which includes abilities such as analysis, synthesis, induction, reasoning, and deduction. It is the core part of intelligence and has abstraction, logic, accuracy, systematicity, and innovation, providing important support and reference for the development of scientific thinking. Here, we showcase small games and experimental setups related to mathematical thinking, from Luban locks to Rubik's cubes, from hyperbolic slits to string sculptures. Each model is a visual demonstration of mathematical principles, come and experience it!

The unit is designed for unsupervised public use: controls are recessed or shielded, moving parts are enclosed, and the interface is operable by a child of about six with no instruction. Where a screen is used, the language can be switched without changing the hardware, and the content can be replaced on site.

Mathematical thinking is the form of thinking activity that uses mathematics to think and solve problems, which is commonly referred to as mathematical thinking ability, that is, the ability to think and solve problems from a mathematical perspective. For example, transformation and normalization, from general to special, from special to general, the idea of functions or mappings, etc. Mathematical thinking includes abilities such as analysis, synthesis, induction, reasoning, and deduction, and is the core part of intelligence. Specifically, mathematical thinking ability mainly includes the following aspects: 1. associative power; 2. Digital sensitivity; 3. Logical thinking ability. In addition, the curriculum standards for mathematics teaching in primary and secondary schools in China clearly state that thinking ability mainly refers to the ability to observe, experiment, compare, guess, analyze, synthesize, abstract, and summarize; Can use induction, deduction, and analogy for reasoning; Will logically and accurately articulate one's own thoughts and viewpoints; Be able to apply mathematical concepts, ideas, and methods, identify mathematical relationships, and develop good thinking qualities.