Embark UnMath introduces practical approach to teaching mathematics in Nepal

KATHMANDU: Mathematics is still taught in a traditional manner, relying on rote memorisation and formulae. This approach creates fear rather than interest among students. To address this, Embark UnMath has introduced a method that connects mathematics with music, art, architecture, and sports, making it an integral part of daily life.

In Nepal, where the conventional education system is dominant, Embark UnMath’s innovative approach has been positively received. Schools that have implemented this programme have reported increased student engagement and improved confidence. By focusing on real-life applications instead of challenging formulae, Embark UnMath helps students overcome their fear of mathematics and develop problem-solving skills.

Embark UnMath encourages critical thinking by teaching geometry through architecture or statistics through sports, transforming mathematics from isolated formulae into a practical tool for problem-solving. It challenges the notion that mathematics is solely for gifted students, presenting it as a medium that fosters logic and creativity. From identifying patterns in nature to analysing sports strategies and exploring the mathematics behind music, Embark UnMath demonstrates the everyday relevance of mathematics.

The organisation also aims to address the mental stress associated with mathematics, often caused by the pressure to memorise or achieve the correct answer. Through interactive and real-world learning experiences, Embark UnMath shifts the focus from fear to curiosity.

The success of Embark UnMath’s method opens the possibility for its expansion across Nepal. The organisation plans to collaborate with the government and educational boards to integrate this distinctive approach into the mainstream curriculum. Embark UnMath envisions mathematics evolving into a tool for curiosity, exploration, and understanding the real world, aspiring to a future where students confidently say, “I can see mathematics everywhere.”