The Joy of Thinking: The Beauty and Power of Classical Mathematical Ideas, Parts 1 & 2

Edward B. Burger, Michael Starbird

ISBN 10: 1565857690 / ISBN 13: 9781565857698

Published by The Teaching Company 2003-01, 2003

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The Great Courses; Science & Mathematics. 4 DVD & 2 books used mixed media TWO box sets Teacher's Edition. Discover mathematics as an artistic and creative realm that contains some of the greatest ideas of human history. This course explores infinity, the fourth dimension, probability, chaos, fractals, and other fantastic themes. The world of mathematics contains some of the greatest ideas of humankindâ "ideas comparable to the works of Shakespeare, Plato, and Michelangelo. These mathematical ideas can add texture, beauty, and wonder to your life. Most importantly, you don't have to be a mathematician to have access to this world.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Joy of Thinking: The Beauty and Power of Classical Mathematical Ideas, Parts 1 & 2
• Publisher: The Teaching Company 2003-01
• Publication Date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 1565857690
• ISBN 13: 9781565857698
• Binding: Audio Book (DVD)
• Edition: Teacher's Edition.
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included
• Seller catalogs:
  • Medical and Science
  • Mass Media Communications

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Synopsis

Discover mathematics as an artistic and creative realm that contains some of the greatest ideas of human history. This course explores infinity, the fourth dimension, probability, chaos, fractals, and other fantastic themes. The Joy of Thinking is a course about fun, aesthetics, and mystery—about great mathematical ideas that arise from puzzles, observations of everyday life, and habits of curiosity and effective thinking. It is as much about learning to think abstractly as it is about what we traditionally think of as mathematics. Rather than focusing on adding figures or creating equations (in fact, there are fewer numbers than you might expect), this course enables you to uncover and grasp insightful strategies for approaching, enjoying, and understanding the world around you.