ERIC Number: EJ1027355
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2014
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Writing in a History of Mathematics Capstone Course
Carter, John
PRIMUS, v24 n6 p544-556 2014
This article presents two approaches to using original sources in a capstone writing project for a History of Mathematics course. One approach involves searching local libraries and is best suited to schools in metropolitan areas. A second approach involves online resources available anywhere. Both projects were used in a course intended for mathematics majors with an education concentration. The specific details of both projects will be discussed, including the motivation and setting, grading scheme, and revision process.
Descriptors: Mathematics Education, Writing Exercises, Primary Sources, Library Materials, Electronic Libraries, Majors (Students), Mathematics Curriculum, Student Projects, Student Research, Search Strategies, Web Sites, Time on Task, Editing, Grading, Participant Satisfaction, Instructional Development, Science Education History, Writing Processes
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Education Level: Postsecondary Education; Higher Education
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Language: English
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