Features of Vedic Mathematics

Coherence – The most important feature of the Vedic system is its coherence. The
whole system is beautifully interrelated and unified. The general multiplication
method can be easily reversed to allow one-line divisions and the simple squaring
method can be reversed to give one-line square roots. This unifying quality is very
satisfying, making mathematics easy and enjoyable and encourages innovation.
Flexibility- In modern teaching you usually have one way of doing a calculation.
This is rigid and boring. Variations in approaches makes students more creative.
In the Vedic system there are general methods, a method of multiplication that can
be applied to any numbers. Vedic system has many special methods, when a
calculation has some special characteristic that can be used to find the answer
more easily. And it is great fun when you spot that method. Calculations can be
carried out from right to left or from left to right. This flexibility adds to the fun and
gives students the freedom to choose their own approach. This in turn leads to the
development of creativity and intuition.
Improves Memory – The ease and simplicity of Vedic Mathematics means that
calculations can be carried out mentally. Students can invent their own methods,
they are not limited to the one correct method. This leads to more creative and
intelligent students. It also leads to improved memory and greater mental agility.
Promotes Creativity – The features of Vedic Mathematics encourage students to
be creative in doing their Maths. Creative students like to devise their own methods
of solution. The Vedic system seeks to cultivate intuition. This appeals to the
artistic types who prefer not to use analytical ways of thinking.
Increases Mental Agility – Because the Vedic system uses these ultra-easy
methods mental calculation is preferred and leads naturally to develop mental
agility. And this in turn leads to growth in other subjects.
Efficient and Fast – In the Vedic system complex problems or large sums can
often be solved immediately.
Easy and Fun – The experience of the joy of mathematics is an immediate and
natural consequence of practicing Vedic Mathematics.