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ERIC Number: EJ672136
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2000
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ISSN: ISSN-0025-5769
The Role of History in a Mathematics Class.
Marshall, Gerald L.; Rich, Beverly S.
Mathematics Teacher, v93 n8 p704-06 Nov 2000
History has a vital role to play in the math classroom. It prompts teachers and students to think and talk about mathematics in meaningful ways; enriches the curriculum; demythologizes mathematics; and promotes communicating, connecting, and valuing mathematics. (KHR)
Descriptors: Communication (Thought Transfer), Curriculum Development, Educational Research, Interdisciplinary Approach, Internet, Mathematics History, Mathematics Instruction, Professional Development, Secondary Education
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Note: Focus issue: History.