The Place of Mathematics.

Brinkworth, Peter; Scott, Paul

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ERIC Number: EJ610498

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Publication Date: 2000

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The Place of Mathematics.

Brinkworth, Peter; Scott, Paul

Australian Mathematics Teacher, v56 n2 p2-5 Jun 2000

Discusses the mathematical features of the Royal Greenwich Observatory. Describes measuring latitude and longitude, pendulum clocks, telling time, and chronometers. (ASK)

Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Mathematics Activities, Mathematics Instruction, Relevance (Education), Science History, Time

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Audience: Practitioners; Teachers

Language: English

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