Children of Plato: A mathematical roleplay

Shirali, Padmapriya (2025) Children of Plato: A mathematical roleplay. At Right Angles (23). pp. 40-45. ISSN 2582-1873

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Abstract

Over the years, I have found ways to convert maths-based stories into short skits that have proven enjoyable for the students. This activity makes mathematics more accessible and exciting, both for the actors and the audience. Mathematical plays can support learners with diverse abilities as well as promote collaboration and creativity. It holds the potential to create a positive attitude, to remove the monotony of pen-and-paper problem-solving, and to foster a shift in the student’s perception of the subject. It might also alleviate math anxiety. This script is part of a larger script that I had worked on while adapting the storybook The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster. In this story, the main character travels to different imaginary lands. The following scene is his visit to a land called Digitopolis. I have changed the characters and introduced new elements into the story.

Item Type:	Articles in APF Magazines
Authors:	Shirali, Padmapriya
Document Language:	Language English
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Platonic solids, pedagogy, inclusive learning, role-play, team-work
Subjects:	Natural Sciences > Mathematics
Divisions:	Azim Premji University - Bengaluru > University Publications > At Right Angles
Full Text Status:	Public
URI:	http://publications.azimpremjiuniversity.edu.in/id/eprint/6473
Publisher URL:	https://azimpremjiuniversity.edu.in/

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