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ERIC Number: EJ332034
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1986
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The History of Mathematics as a Source of Classroom Problems.
Swetz, Frank J.
School Science and Mathematics, v86 n1 p33-38 Jan 1986
Suggests using episodes from the history of mathematics as source material for mathematical investigations, particularly for use in teaching problem solving. Representative examples are included. (JN)
Descriptors: Mathematics Education, Mathematics History, Mathematics Instruction, Problem Solving, Secondary Education, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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