The Experience of History in Mathematics Education.

Russ, Steve

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ERIC Number: EJ445130

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1991

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The Experience of History in Mathematics Education.

Russ, Steve

For the Learning of Mathematics, v11 n2 p7-9 Jun 1991

Presents contributions by six mathematics teachers responding to the question: "How has the history of mathematics mattered to me in my mathematics teaching?" Answers touch the topics of how and why, how benefits are accrued, use of original texts, integration into core curriculum courses, and pitfalls of history. (MDH)

Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Elementary Secondary Education, Integrated Curriculum, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics Education, Mathematics History, Mathematics Instruction, Misconceptions, Problem Solving, Student Attitudes, Teaching Experience, Teaching Methods, Thinking Skills

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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