ERIC Number: EJ1059405
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Publication Date: 2015
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Continuous Problem of Function Continuity
Jayakody, Gaya; Zazkis, Rina
For the Learning of Mathematics, v35 n1 p8-17 2015
We examine different definitions presented in textbooks and other mathematical sources for "continuity of a function at a point" and "continuous function" in the context of introductory level Calculus. We then identify problematic issues related to definitions of continuity and discontinuity: inconsistency and absence of explicit definitions. We situate the issues in the general discussion on definitions in mathematics and mathematics teaching.
Descriptors: Mathematics Instruction, Calculus, Textbook Content, Definitions, Mathematical Concepts, Introductory Courses
FLM Publishing Association. 382 Education South, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta T6G 2G5, Canada. e-mail: flm2@ualberta.ca; Web site: http://flm.educ.ualberta.ca
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Language: English
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