ERIC Number: ED673716
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Publication Date: 2025
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Bridging Disciplines: The Role of Mathematical Reasoning in Interdisciplinary Inquiry
International Baltic Symposium on Science and Technology Education, Paper presented at the International Baltic Symposium on Science and Technology Education (BalticSTE2025) (6th, Šiauliai, Lithuania, Jun 16-19, 2025)
This study posits mathematics as a fundamental methodological framework for navigating the complexities of multidisciplinary research. It argues that the increasing prevalence of real-world problems demands the integration of knowledge from diverse scientific fields, where mathematics, particularly through the method of analysis and synthesis, provides a crucial constructive framework. While acknowledging the challenges in applying mathematical proficiency across disciplines and the complexities of interdisciplinary collaboration, the paper highlights mathematics' historical versatility and its role as a "mode of rationality" applicable beyond traditional scientific domains. The topic is explored more broadly and deeply through military technology. The study illustrates the practical application of mathematical reasoning and the inherent value-ladenness of multidisciplinary problem-solving. Ultimately, it concludes that cultivating mathematical literacy and embracing analytical methodologies are essential for fostering effective communication and advancing multidisciplinary research to address pressing global issues. [For the complete proceedings, see ED673688.]
Descriptors: Mathematics Instruction, Interdisciplinary Approach, Teaching Methods, Educational History, Armed Forces, Thinking Skills, Problem Solving, Research Methodology, Barriers, Mathematics Skills, Scientific Research, Expertise, Military Training, Mathematical Logic, Technology
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Publication Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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