Articles related to "History Of Mathematics"
The Pythagorian School
While the Greek mathematician Pythagoras may have been brilliant, he also possessed certain interesting "eccentricities," in keeping with the times.
pythagoras • pythagorean school • history of mathematics • mathematical philosophy • philosophy of mathematics
While the Greek mathematician Pythagoras may have been brilliant, he also possessed certain interesting "eccentricities," in keeping with the times.
pythagoras • pythagorean school • history of mathematics • mathematical philosophy • philosophy of mathematics
Ancient Babylonian Mathematics
The mathematicians of ancient Babylonia were surprisingly sophisticated for their time, coming up with some very clever forms of mathematics.
ancient babylonian mathematics • history of mathematics • egyptian mathematics • sumeria • akkadia
The mathematicians of ancient Babylonia were surprisingly sophisticated for their time, coming up with some very clever forms of mathematics.
ancient babylonian mathematics • history of mathematics • egyptian mathematics • sumeria • akkadia
Euclid's Third Axiom
Euclid's third axiom describes how a simple circle, one of the most important figures in geometry, can be constructed using only a point and a line.
euclid's third axiom • definition of a circle • euclidean geometry • history of geometry • history of mathematics
Euclid's third axiom describes how a simple circle, one of the most important figures in geometry, can be constructed using only a point and a line.
euclid's third axiom • definition of a circle • euclidean geometry • history of geometry • history of mathematics
Introduction to Set Theory
Set theory, as first developed by Georg Cantor in 1874, has redefined mathematics and allowed the development of any number of numerological breakthroughs.
set theory • georg cantor • history of mathematics • number theory • group theory
Set theory, as first developed by Georg Cantor in 1874, has redefined mathematics and allowed the development of any number of numerological breakthroughs.
set theory • georg cantor • history of mathematics • number theory • group theory
The Life of Leonard Euler
Leonard Euler left his indelible mark on almost every area of mathematics, publishing hundreds upon hundreds of mathematical papers and volumes throughout his career.
leonard euler • history of mathematics • bernoulli • imperial russian academy of science • isaac newton
Leonard Euler left his indelible mark on almost every area of mathematics, publishing hundreds upon hundreds of mathematical papers and volumes throughout his career.
leonard euler • history of mathematics • bernoulli • imperial russian academy of science • isaac newton
The Mathematics of Ancient Egypt
The ancient Egyptians possessed one of the earliest forms of mathematics, inspiring all mathematcal traditions that would follow in history.
mathematics of ancient egypt • hieroglyphics • hieratic • history of mathematics • building the pyramids
The ancient Egyptians possessed one of the earliest forms of mathematics, inspiring all mathematcal traditions that would follow in history.
mathematics of ancient egypt • hieroglyphics • hieratic • history of mathematics • building the pyramids
The Number Zero
As far as numbers go, zero has throughout history caused mathematicians no end of grief and discomfort, yet it remains an important chapter in mathematical history.
the number zero • math history • history of mathematics • history of zero • what is zero
As far as numbers go, zero has throughout history caused mathematicians no end of grief and discomfort, yet it remains an important chapter in mathematical history.
the number zero • math history • history of mathematics • history of zero • what is zero
The Unfinished Game by Keith Devlin
With the subtitle "Pascal, Fermat, and the 17th-Century Letter that Made the World Modern," this book clearly explains a seminal correspondence in mathematics.
the unfinished game by keith devlin • pascal • fermat • 17th century mathematics • history of mathematics
With the subtitle "Pascal, Fermat, and the 17th-Century Letter that Made the World Modern," this book clearly explains a seminal correspondence in mathematics.
the unfinished game by keith devlin • pascal • fermat • 17th century mathematics • history of mathematics
Who Was Archimedes?
Archimedes is highly regarded in many circles. It was his remarkable mind - unrivaled but for a few individuals in history - which led to his legendary historical status.
archimedes • archimedes heat ray • archimedes screw • pythagoras • integral calculus
Archimedes is highly regarded in many circles. It was his remarkable mind - unrivaled but for a few individuals in history - which led to his legendary historical status.
archimedes • archimedes heat ray • archimedes screw • pythagoras • integral calculus
An Explanation of Pi
The number pi has intrigued great thinkers for millenia. Only recently have mathematicians and scientists been able to truly understand how it relates to nature.
pi • ancient mathematics • history of pi • explanation of pi • what is pi
The number pi has intrigued great thinkers for millenia. Only recently have mathematicians and scientists been able to truly understand how it relates to nature.
pi • ancient mathematics • history of pi • explanation of pi • what is pi
The History of Perfect Numbers
Who first discovered the existence of perfect numbers? Is there a limit to how many will be found? Nobody knows. Perfect numbers are a mystery still waiting to be solved.
perfect numbers • mersenne primes • euclid-euler theorem • nichomachus of gerasa • pythagorus
Who first discovered the existence of perfect numbers? Is there a limit to how many will be found? Nobody knows. Perfect numbers are a mystery still waiting to be solved.
perfect numbers • mersenne primes • euclid-euler theorem • nichomachus of gerasa • pythagorus
The Rhind Papyrus
The Rhind Papyrus is perhaps the best known demonstration of the mathematics of ancient Egypt during the Second Intermediate Period.
rhind papyrus • ancient egyptian mathematics • second intermediate period • practical mathematics • ancient math
The Rhind Papyrus is perhaps the best known demonstration of the mathematics of ancient Egypt during the Second Intermediate Period.
rhind papyrus • ancient egyptian mathematics • second intermediate period • practical mathematics • ancient math
How to Become Series: Lawyer
A lawyer works hard, earns top wages and has an excellent education; sometimes hated but always in demand. If this is something you are considering, read on…
law school • attorney • jd • lawyer • education
A lawyer works hard, earns top wages and has an excellent education; sometimes hated but always in demand. If this is something you are considering, read on…
law school • attorney • jd • lawyer • education
Nothing in common but FUN!
Sites with nothing in common but Entertainment and Fun, don't miss these ones!
fun • kids • educational games • online educational games
Sites with nothing in common but Entertainment and Fun, don't miss these ones!
fun • kids • educational games • online educational games
Summer Day Programs for Gifted Elementary Kids
Gifted and talented children delve into challenging subjects at university sponsored summer day camps. Courses offer grade specific material targeted to gifted learners.
gifted talented elementary students • gifted summer program • gifted summer camp • gifted and talented child • activities for gifted elementary
Gifted and talented children delve into challenging subjects at university sponsored summer day camps. Courses offer grade specific material targeted to gifted learners.
gifted talented elementary students • gifted summer program • gifted summer camp • gifted and talented child • activities for gifted elementary
A Brief Overview of Pi
Both a mathematical constant and an irrational value, the quest to find pi has absorbed mathematicians' minds for millennia.
pi • irrational numbers • mathematical constant • infinity • decimal
Both a mathematical constant and an irrational value, the quest to find pi has absorbed mathematicians' minds for millennia.
pi • irrational numbers • mathematical constant • infinity • decimal
Colorado University Summer Enrichment Program
This year, for the 32nd time, the University of Northern Colorado offers the Summer Enrichment Program for gifted, talented and creative children.
colorado university • summer enrichment program • gifted and talented • university of northern colorado • gifted children
This year, for the 32nd time, the University of Northern Colorado offers the Summer Enrichment Program for gifted, talented and creative children.
colorado university • summer enrichment program • gifted and talented • university of northern colorado • gifted children
Lucy Craft Laney, Educator
Laney founded one of the first vocational schools for African-American children in Georgia. She also organized the first African-American high school football in Georgia.
woman • women • black woman • black women • teacher
Laney founded one of the first vocational schools for African-American children in Georgia. She also organized the first African-American high school football in Georgia.
woman • women • black woman • black women • teacher
Montessori and Her Method of Teaching
Traces the early life and later influences of Maria Montessori, leading to the Montessori Method she pioneered.
montessori method • montessori method of teaching • maria montessori • montessori self-expression • montessori influences
Traces the early life and later influences of Maria Montessori, leading to the Montessori Method she pioneered.
montessori method • montessori method of teaching • maria montessori • montessori self-expression • montessori influences
Teach Computing with Early History
Not all technology integration requires a computer. When including more computer science topics into the curriculum, do not overlook the importance of history.
ancient history • number systems • ancient cultures • technology integration • history of computers
Not all technology integration requires a computer. When including more computer science topics into the curriculum, do not overlook the importance of history.
ancient history • number systems • ancient cultures • technology integration • history of computers
The Ring Song of al-Andalus
Novelist and poet, Del Marbrook, takes an alchemist's view of some ancient Arabic models, directing our attention towards some rather intriguing insights concerning the poetic campfires round which we gather in our quest for fellowship and understanding.
del • marbrook • poetry • arab • arabic
Novelist and poet, Del Marbrook, takes an alchemist's view of some ancient Arabic models, directing our attention towards some rather intriguing insights concerning the poetic campfires round which we gather in our quest for fellowship and understanding.
del • marbrook • poetry • arab • arabic
"A Renaissance Childhood"
Learn more about childhood and family life during the Renaissance, and how you might have met "Mr. or Mrs. Right" in the 15th century Italy.
renaissance • renaissance childhood • history of childhood • renaissance education • renaissance family and home life
Learn more about childhood and family life during the Renaissance, and how you might have met "Mr. or Mrs. Right" in the 15th century Italy.
renaissance • renaissance childhood • history of childhood • renaissance education • renaissance family and home life
A Millennium of Science
Links to the best in sites about science in the past millennium.
millenium • science • kids • teens • study
Links to the best in sites about science in the past millennium.
millenium • science • kids • teens • study
Alcoholic Authors: James Whitcomb Riley
James Whitcomb Riley's escape into alcohol after the death of his "soul level love" was often cited by women he later courted as a reason not to marry him.
james whitcomb riley • james whitcomb riley early life • james whitcomb riley soul mate • james whitcomb riley writing career • james whitcomb riley most famous poems
James Whitcomb Riley's escape into alcohol after the death of his "soul level love" was often cited by women he later courted as a reason not to marry him.
james whitcomb riley • james whitcomb riley early life • james whitcomb riley soul mate • james whitcomb riley writing career • james whitcomb riley most famous poems
Euler's Mathematical Contributions
Leonard Euler was surely the most prolific and important mathematician of the eighteenth century, and perhaps of all time, with accomplishments far too numerous to count.
leonard euler • greatest mathematicians in history • bridges of konigsberg • differential calculus • history of math
Leonard Euler was surely the most prolific and important mathematician of the eighteenth century, and perhaps of all time, with accomplishments far too numerous to count.
leonard euler • greatest mathematicians in history • bridges of konigsberg • differential calculus • history of math
Fermat's Last Theorem
Until it was finally solved in 1993, Fermat's final theorem - an extension of the Pythagorean theorem - befuddled mathematicians for more than four centuries.
fermat's last theorem • unsolved math problems • pythagorian theorem • andrew wiles • solving fermat's theorem
Until it was finally solved in 1993, Fermat's final theorem - an extension of the Pythagorean theorem - befuddled mathematicians for more than four centuries.
fermat's last theorem • unsolved math problems • pythagorian theorem • andrew wiles • solving fermat's theorem
The Value of the Abacus
Thousands of years prior to the invention of the mechanical and electronic calculator, mathematicians all over the world made use of abaci - a surprisingly helpful tool.
abacus • using an abacus • ancient mathematics • mathematical tricks • abacist
Thousands of years prior to the invention of the mechanical and electronic calculator, mathematicians all over the world made use of abaci - a surprisingly helpful tool.
abacus • using an abacus • ancient mathematics • mathematical tricks • abacist
Hypatia: Philosopher and Symbol
She is Hypatia, and she has become both a symbol and a cause, often unconnected with the realities of her life and ideas. Separating the facts about her from the legend challenges today's scholars.
philosophy • hypatia • neoplatonism • giacobazzi • kirtland community college
She is Hypatia, and she has become both a symbol and a cause, often unconnected with the realities of her life and ideas. Separating the facts about her from the legend challenges today's scholars.
philosophy • hypatia • neoplatonism • giacobazzi • kirtland community college
Jennifer Armstrong: Award Winning Author
interview and profile of award-winning author Jennifer Armstrong and her books
interview • profile • jennifer armstrong • awards • orbis pictus award
interview and profile of award-winning author Jennifer Armstrong and her books
interview • profile • jennifer armstrong • awards • orbis pictus award
Welsh Education, Part II
The second installment of this series looks at Welsh-medium courses on the university and college level, and the critical contributions of adult education.
welsh • wales • cymraeg • welsh education • welsh language
The second installment of this series looks at Welsh-medium courses on the university and college level, and the critical contributions of adult education.
welsh • wales • cymraeg • welsh education • welsh language
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