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Peer reviewedHanna, Gila; Jahnke, H. Niels; DeBruyn, Ysbrand; Lomas, Dennis – Canadian Journal of Science, Mathematics and Technology Education, 2001
Describes empirical research into the effectiveness of using concepts and principles of physics in the teaching of geometrical proofs. Demonstrates, tentatively, that proofs from physics could be a viable addition to the mathematics curriculum. (Author/MM)
Descriptors: Geometry, Interdisciplinary Approach, Mathematics Instruction, Physics
