Excerpt from A Textbook on the Teaching of Arithmetic
The author wishes to take this opportunity to thank those who kindly read the manuscript of this book, and offered helpful criticisms.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the historical evolution of elementary arithmetic, providing a comprehensive analysis of the fundamental operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. It investigates the impact of the Hindu-Arabic numeral system's introduction on the advancement of arithmetic, exploring the interplay between notation, numeration, and calculation methods. The author traces the development of reasoning in arithmetic, examining the use of logical types and the interplay of deductive, inductive, and synthetic-analytic processes. It discusses the significance of number concepts, focusing on their numerical, cardinal, and ordinal aspects. The book also highlights the historical contributions of prominent mathematicians and educators, exploring the evolution of pedagogical approaches. By examining the historical development of arithmetic, this book unveils the deep-rooted mathematical principles that underpin its operations, revealing the subject's richness and intellectual history. It offers insights into the foundational principles of arithmetic, providing a valuable resource for educators, historians, and anyone interested in understanding the subject's historical context and conceptual foundations. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332608614_0
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