Writing and Math

One ideas that has struck me most through the nature of this course is the questions of how we can make connections between writing and math. Throughout my own educational career, I have struggled with math. I can easily say that I can call it my “worst subject” and it has felt that way for as long as I can remember. English, however, I have always enjoyed. Looking at the contrast between my experiences with both of these very different subjects I find myself wishing a more cross-curricular approach had been assumed. If writing had been incorporated into some of my past math classes I feel as though I would have found the subject more enjoyable as a whole. Reflecting back on my own experiences truly highlights the importance of incorporating writing tasks into a variety of different courses. If this approach is taken, we can increase the opportunity for success amongst many of our students.