Has Progress in Mathematics Slowed Down?.

Halmos, Paul R.

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ERIC Number: EJ420610

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Publication Date: 1990

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Has Progress in Mathematics Slowed Down?

Halmos, Paul R.

American Mathematical Monthly, v97 n7 p561-88 Aug-Sep 1990

Reported is whether and how mathematics has changed during the 75 years of the Mathematical Association of America's (MAA) existence. The progress of mathematics is organized into 9 concepts, 2 explosions, and 11 developments. (KR)

Descriptors: Calculus, Chaos Theory, College Mathematics, Computer Science, Functions (Mathematics), Geometry, Higher Education, Instructional Materials, Learning Activities, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematics Education, Mathematics History, Mathematics Skills, Problem Solving

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Audience: Teachers; Researchers; Practitioners

Language: English

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