Integrating Financial Education into Teaching Mathematics at the Secondary School through Experiential Activities – A Case Study in Vietnam

The topic of "Functions" in the 8th and 9th-grade mathematics curriculum constitutes a fundamental component with extensive applications in both mathematics and related disciplines. However, it presents significant challenges in both teaching and learning. This paper explores key aspects of experiential learning theory, the integration of financial education into mathematics instruction, and the interplay between these two approaches. Additionally, it examines an educational institution through the lens of financial education objectives and proposes instructional scenarios that embed financial concepts within the teaching of functions in Grades 8 and 9. The integration of financial education into mathematics instruction not only enhances student engagement but also fosters opportunities for knowledge discovery and facilitates the application of mathematical concepts to real-world problem-solving.