Dear MathCityMap Community, We are very excited about the many applications for the International MathCityMap Meeting for students and teachers in Seville! In total, we received 14 creative application videos from our partner schools – from these, we have selected five schools from four different countries. The selected schools have already been informed. In the […]
We are very excited about the many applications for the International MathCityMap Meeting for students and teachers in Seville! In total, we received 14 creative application videos from our partner schools – from these, we have selected five schools from four different countries.
The selected schools have already been informed. In the coming weeks, we will be sharing the winning videos one by one on our Instagram channel – it’s worth checking them out!
Thank you so much for your great interest and the impressive submissions.
We are excited to announce a new addition to the MathCityMap family: HTL Bau und Design 1 in Linz, Austria! The teacher Lisa Kuka told us about their experience: “On 19th of June 2025, 25 students from the HTL Bau und Design 1 in Linz (3rd year, aged 17-18) participated in two exciting MathCityMap trails: Trail […]
We are excited to announce a new addition to the MathCityMap family: HTL Bau und Design 1 in Linz, Austria! The teacher Lisa Kuka told us about their experience:
“On 19th of June 2025, 25 students from the HTL Bau und Design 1 in Linz (3rd year, aged 17-18) participated in two exciting MathCityMap trails: Trail 2628306 and Trail 0528305. These trails took the students on a mathematical journey across the entire school campus, combining outdoor exploration with practical problem-solving (within their school).
The tasks on the trails challenged the students to calculate volumes and surface areas of seating arrangements and fire doors, estimate the height of the school building, and even analyze the growth rates of plants. The students tackled these challenges with great enthusiasm, working together to solve the problems and apply their mathematical knowledge in real-world contexts. The trails were met with a lot of excitement and joy. The students particularly appreciated the hands-on nature of the tasks, which allowed them to see the practical applications of mathematics in their everyday environment. Their eagerness and teamwork were evident as they eagerly solved each task and moved on to the next.
Overall, the MathCityMap trails were a resounding success, providing the students with a fun and educational experience that combined mathematics, teamwork, and a bit of friendly competition. The HTL Bau und Design 1 looks forward to more such activities in the future!”
We are thrilled to welcome HTL Bau und Design 1 to the growing network of schools using MathCityMap to make mathematics visible, tangible, and fun.
We are delighted to welcome BRG Steyr as a new partner school in the MathCityMap network! In the 2024/25 school year, the school created two exciting MathTrails and successfully completed them with their students. In collaboration with the Talenteclub at BRG Steyr and class 4M, two creative MathTrails were developed. Both trails were implemented using […]
We are delighted to welcome BRG Steyr as a new partner school in the MathCityMap network! In the 2024/25 school year, the school created two exciting MathTrails and successfully completed them with their students.
In collaboration with the Talenteclub at BRG Steyr and class 4M, two creative MathTrails were developed. Both trails were implemented using digital classrooms and embedded in captivating storylines that encouraged students to participate actively and think creatively.
Trail 1: Become a Math Detective! 1.0 (Originally: Werde zum Mathe-Detektiv:in! 1.0)
Students took on the role of math detectives to uncover the mystery of a magical chair with a doubled seating surface. Along the way, they examined real objects such as blackboards, copiers, and parts of the school building through a mathematical lens. The focus was on calculating areas and volumes, all within an engaging detective story filled with magical elements.
Trail 2: Become a Math Detective! 2.0 (Originally: Werde zum Mathe-Detektiv:in! 2.0)
In this fictional rescue mission, students had to save BRG Steyr from a looming fire. They encountered magical staircases, simulated escape routes, and analyzed slopes, steps, and areas. The trail emphasized logical thinking and real-world applications of mathematics.
Teacher Sara Hinterplattner shared the positive feedback from her students:
“The students were thrilled to experience mathematics in such a hands-on and tangible way. Many of them became highly motivated to get creative themselves: They are currently working on their own trails and developing new tasks around the school building and its surroundings.”
We are truly impressed by BRG Steyr’s dedication! The school clearly demonstrates how mathematics can become a meaningful and exciting experience through creative concepts, digital tools, and committed educators.
We look forward to more exciting trails and great new ideas.
The package with the official partner school badge and the MCM measuring instruments has already been delivered and we are looking forward to receiving more applications from all over the world.
All further information on the partner school programme and the requirements for application can be found both in the article on the first MCM partner school and on the homepage of our MaSCE³ project.
We are very happy to welcome MINT-Mittelschule Wartberg an der Krems as a new MathCityMap partner school! Teacher Klara Edelbauer tells us about the implementation of two trails and the feedback from the students. Rund um die Schule (translates to around the school)The first trail (7927982) took pupils from Year 7 on a mathematical journey […]
We are very happy to welcome MINT-Mittelschule Wartberg an der Krems as a new MathCityMap partner school! Teacher Klara Edelbauer tells us about the implementation of two trails and the feedback from the students.
Rund um die Schule (translates to around the school) The first trail (7927982) took pupils from Year 7 on a mathematical journey of discovery around the school building. At seven stations, they solved tasks on topics such as geometry, units of measurement and combinatorics.
Jetzt wird’s MINTig (translates to now it’s getting STEMy) The second trail (4527948) was aimed at Year 6 and was carried out as part of STEM lessons. Equipped with a smartphone, measuring tape, calculator, piece of paper and pencil, the pupils worked on eight mathematical tasks.
“Both math trails were a welcome change from traditional lessons. They showed that math is everywhere in everyday life. Working outdoors and in teams in particular made learning varied and motivating. The combination with navigating in the environment was particularly appreciated by the pupils.”
We are delighted with the commitment of MINT-MS Wartberg/Krems and would like to welcome the entire team to the MathCityMap community!
We look forward to more exciting trails and great new ideas.
The package with the official partner school badge and the MCM measuring instruments has already been delivered and we are looking forward to receiving more applications from all over the world.
All further information on the partner school programme and the requirements for application can be found both in the article on the first MCM partner school and on the homepage of our MaSCE³ project.
We are proud to welcome Colegio Marista La Inmaculada as an official MathCityMap Partner School! Though new as an official partner, the school has been working with MathCityMap since 2022. The mathematics teacher Daniel Partal García and his colleagues have created multiple math trails, some of which have been downloaded over 100 times: Thales-30-03-2023 (Trail […]
We are proud to welcome Colegio Marista La Inmaculada as an official MathCityMap Partner School! Though new as an official partner, the school has been working with MathCityMap since 2022. The mathematics teacher Daniel Partal García and his colleagues have created multiple math trails, some of which have been downloaded over 100 times:
Thales-30-03-2023 (Trail code: 2313973) – This trail was already subject of an earlier article due to its popularity.
These trails are used both in daily math lessons and for city-wide challenges, bringing together students from various schools in Granada. The central location of the school allows learners to connect mathematics with urban heritage, exploring the city’s historic buildings and landmarks through meaningful, outdoor mathematical activities.
We look forward to more exciting trails and great new ideas.
The package with the official partner school badge and the MCM measuring instruments has already been delivered and we are looking forward to receiving more applications from all over the world.
All further information on the partner school programme and the requirements for application can be found both in the article on the first MCM partner school and on the homepage of our MaSCE³ project.
Dear MathCityMap Community, The application deadline for the first international MathCityMap meeting for students and teachers in Seville is approaching fast! Until July 31, 2025, you can submit a creative video to secure one of the spots for the event taking place from May 4 to 9, 2026. We are looking for short, creative videos […]
The application deadline for the first international MathCityMap meeting for students and teachers in Seville is approaching fast! Until July 31, 2025, you can submit a creative video to secure one of the spots for the event taking place from May 4 to 9, 2026.
We are looking for short, creative videos that showcase a MathTrail created by your students. The top five entries will win a trip to Seville – including interactive MathTrails, hands-on workshops, and exciting opportunities to connect with international participants around the theme of outdoor mathematics.
To participate, your school must already be a MathCityMap partner school – or become one by July 31. All information about the partner school program and how to apply can be found on our project website and in the article about the first MCM partner school.
The winning teams (consisting of up to 2 teachers and 6 students each) will enjoy a fully covered program: accommodation and meals will be provided, and 90% of travel costs (up to €350 per person) will be reimbursed – not to mention plenty of math, fun, and international exchange.
Send your video to info@mathcitymap.eu – we look forward to your creative contributions!
We are thrilled to celebrate an exciting milestone: MathCityMap has officially welcomed its 50,000th registered user! Meet Marvin Ahmed, a 19-year-old student at the Technical University Braunschweig, who is studying Mathematics and Biology with the goal of becoming a teacher. In this article, Marvin shares his journey with MathCityMap, his experiences, and what excites him most […]
We are thrilled to celebrate an exciting milestone: MathCityMap has officially welcomed its 50,000th registered user! Meet Marvin Ahmed, a 19-year-old student at the Technical University Braunschweig, who is studying Mathematics and Biology with the goal of becoming a teacher. In this article, Marvin shares his journey with MathCityMap, his experiences, and what excites him most about using the platform.
Marvin came across MathCityMap through a university seminar titled “Didaktik der Geometrie” (Didactics of Geometry). During the seminar, the MCM project was introduced as a tool for making mathematics more tangible and engaging for students. “MCM was presented to us as a way to make math more accessible and tangible for students, enabling them to get in touch with math in another, more fun way!” What made the introduction especially memorable for Marvin was the hands-on demonstration by our team member Simon Barlovits, who guided students through the platform and answered questions live.
As part of the seminar, Marvin and his group—proudly named “Sons of Pythagoras”—were tasked with creating their own math trails. They quickly learned how challenging it can be to design problems that are not only solvable and accurate but also clearly understandable for all students. “For me, the hardest part was: How do you formulate a task so understandably that everyone can actually grasp what they are supposed to do, and you don’t make it too easy?” This hands-on process gave Marvin a new appreciation for the intricacies of task design—a skill that will serve him well in his future teaching career.
Marvin’s debut task on MathCityMap, titled “So viele Möglichkeiten!”, taught him valuable lessons about real-world variability and precision in task creation. “I didn’t formulate the task well enough, so many things could have been misinterpreted…” Despite the challenges, Marvin was proud of the outcome and grateful for what he learned.
He sees great potential in using MCM in his future lessons: “I really like MCM and will definitely use it in my lessons later on. I think it can make the teaching of some topics in math, like the calculation of volumes, much more interesting and fun!”
We’re honored to welcome Marvin as our 50,000th user and are excited to see how he — and thousands of other teachers, students and math enthusiasts — will continue to use MathCityMap to bring mathematics to life. To Marvin: thank you for being part of our community. And to all our users — here’s to the next 50,000!
On Friday, June 13, 2025, Frankfurt’s Riedberg Campus once again became a hotspot for science: the Night of Science opened its doors from 5 p.m. until late into the night – and our MathCityMap team was right in the middle of it all with an interactive stand. Our outdoor location offered the best conditions for […]
On Friday, June 13, 2025, Frankfurt’s Riedberg Campus once again became a hotspot for science: the Night of Science opened its doors from 5 p.m. until late into the night – and our MathCityMap team was right in the middle of it all with an interactive stand.
Our outdoor location offered the best conditions for our special hands-on offer: the “Night of Science 25” trail. Equipped with measuring materials, a clipboard and the MathCityMap app, many curious guests embarked on a mathematical discovery tour of the campus. The aim was to solve up to 12 tasks – and to look at everyday places such as stairs, benches or building facades through a mathematical lens.
We were delighted with the consistently positive feedback we received – both from those interested in mathematics and from guests who would not describe themselves as fans of maths.
We would like to thank all visitors for the exciting conversations, the interest and the great interaction. Special thanks also go to the Night of Science organization team for making this unique event possible.
See you next year – we are already looking forward to the Night of Science 2026!
We are pleased to include a new school in our partner school program: the EB/JI do Fanqueiro School, a primary school from Loures in Portugal! The teachers Maria de Fátima Barros Ferreira and Lídia Albuquerque have created two trails und have tested them with their students. These trails can be found with the following codes: […]
We are pleased to include a new school in our partner school program: the EB/JI do Fanqueiro School, a primary school from Loures in Portugal!
The teachers Maria de Fátima Barros Ferreira and Lídia Albuquerque have created two trails und have tested them with their students. These trails can be found with the following codes:
EB/JI do Fanqueiro 3 – Code 2627281 This trail consists of seven tasks and was tried out by 25 students of the third grade.
EB/JI do Fanqueiro 4 – Code 5625904 Further 25 students from the fourth grade have tested this trail consisting of ten tasks.
“The students truly enjoyed the experience! Their favourite task involved taking measurements and calculating area. They were highly motivated and even asked to do more activities like these! We strongly recommend using the MathCityMap app as a way to make lessons more dynamic, interactive, and different from the traditional classroom routine. We will definitely continue to use it!”
We look forward to more exciting trails and great new ideas.
The package with the official partner school badge and the MCM measuring instruments has already been delivered and we are looking forward to receiving more applications from all over the world.
All further information on the partner school programme and the requirements for application can be found both in the article on the first MCM partner school and on the homepage of our MaSCE³ project.
Over the past few months, our MathCityMap team has visited several schools to present the new Student-Account feature through workshops and introductory sessions. After exciting visits to Eberbach, Herten, and Dublin, we had the pleasure of welcoming a group from the Johanna-Tesch-Schule in Frankfurt this May – and we’re happy to give you a closer […]
Over the past few months, our MathCityMap team has visited several schools to present the new Student-Account feature through workshops and introductory sessions. After exciting visits to Eberbach, Herten, and Dublin, we had the pleasure of welcoming a group from the Johanna-Tesch-Schule in Frankfurt this May – and we’re happy to give you a closer look at how such a workshop day unfolds.
Together with 18 students and their teacher Nazanin Roushanaei, we spent a full day exploring the idea of “experiencing mathematics outdoors.”
To start the day, we introduced the core concept of MathCityMap and gave an overview of the system. The students then had the chance to get hands-on right away: Equipped with measuring tools and their smartphones, they completed a pre-designed MathTrail and discovered how mathematics can be made visible and applicable in the real world.
Afterwards, we changed perspective and presented the digital classroom from the teacher’s point of view. Then it was time for the students to become creators themselves: Working in small groups, they searched for suitable objects to develop their own tasks, carried out measurements, and prepared everything for digital input.
Following a well-deserved lunch break, the tasks were entered into the system. Together, we compiled the newly created tasks into a trail – which, of course, was tested right away. The day concluded with a feedback session in which students shared their thoughts on each other’s tasks and reflected on the overall workshop experience.
We sincerely thank the group for their enthusiasm and are thrilled about a successful day full of mathematical discovery!
