1st Edition
The Power of Mathematics A Study of the Transition from the Constructive to the Analytical Phase of Mathematical Thinking in Children
By Z. P. Dienes
Copyright 1964
178 Pages
by
Routledge
178 Pages
by
Routledge
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Originally published in 1964, The Power of Mathematics was written at a time when a rethinking of the role of mathematics in schools was being undertaken in many parts of the world, coupled in some centres with actual experimental work in the classroom.
In his first book Building up Mathematics Dr Dienes showed how, in the earlier stages of mathematics learning, the use of sufficiently... Read more
Preface. Introduction. 1. How Mathematics is Learnt 2. The Study of Powers, Roots and Logarithms 3. The Mathematical Game 4. The Mathematical Story 5. The Power of Mathematical Symbolism 6. The Power of Mathematical Reasoning.
Biography
Z. P. Dienes
Review for the original edition:
‘Dr Dienes’ book deserves a wide circulation through the world of mathematical education.’ – London Head Teacher
