Geometry from Africa: Mathematical and Educational

Geometry from Africa: Mathematical and Educational Explorations (Classroom Resource Materials)

This book draws on geometric ideas from cultural activities from Subsaharan Africa, and demonstrates how they may be explored to develop mathematical reasoning from school level through to university standard. Paulus Gerdes provides a thoroughly illustrated and researched exploration of mathematical ideas, motifs and patterns. Many important mathematical points are brought to the fore, not via the formal 'theorem-proof' method, but in a more schematic and diagrammatic manner. African artifacts, oral traditions, sand drawing and other forms of artwork with a geometric basis, all provide mathematical ideas for discussion in this unique book. Mathematicians and teachers of mathematics at all levels will be fascinated, as will anybody with an interest in African cultures.
Country USA
Manufacturer The Mathematical Association of America
Binding Paperback
UnitCount 1
Format International Edition
EANs 9780883857151
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Manufacturer	The Mathematical Association of America
Binding	Paperback
UnitCount	1
Format	International Edition
EANs	9780883857151
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

Geometry from Africa: Mathematical and Educational Explorations (Classroom Resource Materials)