Mathematical discovery : on understanding, learning, and teaching problem solving
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Mathematical discovery : on understanding, learning, and teaching problem solving
Wiley, c1981
Combined ed.
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Includes bibliographical references and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
A unique, heuristic approach to mathematical discovery and problem solving
This combined edition of Mathematical Discovery: On Understanding, Learning and Teaching Problem Solving is unique among mathematics texts. Espousing a heuristic approach to mathematical problem solving, the text may be followed sequentially or according to instructors' individualized curricula. Beginning with a discussion of patterns and practical approaches to problem solving, the book then presents examples from various branches of math and science to help students discover how to solve problems on their own - an invaluable skill for the classroom and beyond.
Table of Contents
PATTERNS.
The Pattern of Two Loci.
The Cartesian Pattern.
Recursion.
Superposition.
TOWARD A GENERAL METHOD.
Problems.
Widening the Scope.
Solutions.
Appendix.
Bibliography.
Index.
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