A History Of The Teaching Of Elementary Geometry (1909)

""A History Of The Teaching Of Elementary Geometry"" is a book written by Alva Walker Stamper and published in 1909. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of teaching elementary geometry, from ancient times to the early 20th century. It covers the different methods used to teach geometry, including Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries, and their impact on education.The book begins with an introduction to the history of geometry and its importance in education. It then goes on to discuss the different teaching methods used throughout history, including the use of diagrams, models, and other visual aids. It also covers the development of geometry as a subject in schools and universities, and the various challenges faced by educators in teaching the subject.The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a different period in the history of geometry education. The chapters cover topics such as the geometry of the ancient Greeks, the medieval period, the Renaissance, and the modern era. Throughout the book, the author provides detailed accounts of the different approaches to teaching geometry, and the impact they had on the development of the subject.Overall, ""A History Of The Teaching Of Elementary Geometry"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education or the development of geometry as a subject. It provides a fascinating insight into the different approaches to teaching geometry throughout history, and the challenges faced by educators in doing so.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.