I'm a Mathematician, Get me out of here!

Online 18th Aug-30th Jun 8.30am-4.30pm Free

Show students real-life applications of maths. Connect your students with people using maths in their work through I'm a Mathematician, Get me out of here!

Throughout the school year, including Maths Week Scotland, book a 30-minute, text-based, online Chat. Students ask the questions that interest them to people whose role uses maths. They'll receive personalised and authentic responses in real-time. They're supported to see maths as personally relevant and something 'for them'.

There is no cost to taking part for state-maintained schools.

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The Amazing Mathemagic Show

National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street | | Free
Experience the wonder of mathematics, as students and staff from the University of Edinburgh transform into captivating performers, dazzling magicians, and astonishing "mind readers".