The Experimenter's A-Z of Mathematics: Math Activities with Computer Support

Steve Humble

ISBN 10: 1853468177 / ISBN 13: 9781853468179

Published by David Fulton Publishers Ltd., 2002

About this Item

pp. 160.

Seller Inventory # 26355654

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Experimenter's A-Z of Mathematics: Math Activities with Computer Support
• Publisher: David Fulton Publishers Ltd.
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1853468177
• ISBN 13: 9781853468179
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Mathematics at all levels is about the joy in the discovery; it's about finding things out. This fascinating book is a guide to that discovery process, presenting ideas for practical classroom-based experiments and extension activities. Each experiment is based on the work of a key mathematician who has shaped the way that the subject looks today, and there are historical notes to help teachers bring this work to life.

The book includes instructions on how to recreate the experiments using practical mathematics, computer programs and graphical calculators; ideas for follow-up work; background information for teachers on the mathematics involved; and links to the new secondary numeracy strategy framework.

Accompanying the book are downloadable resources with computer programs that can be used and reworked as part of the experimental process. With a wide range of topics covered, and plenty of scope for interesting follow-up activities, the book will be a valuable tool for mathematics teachers looking to extend the curriculum.

About the Author

Steve Humble is Head of Mathematics at Bellerby's College. He has taught in a number of state and private schools. Having always found mathematics great fun, he enjoys teaching this to others.