HISTORY

THE HISTORY OF MATHEMATICS

• History of Mathematics Home Page
  A very complete source including timelines, biographies and development of topics through the ages.
• A Brief History of Algebra and Computing: An Eclectic Oxonian View
  By Jonathan Bowen. Chapters on: The Origins of Algebra; Early English Algebra, Algebra and Analytical Engines, Boolean Algebra, Algebra and Computing, Recent Developments in the Algebra of Programs. References.
• The Pythagorean Brotherhood
  

TEACHING IDEAS

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• Lesson ideas for incorporating history topics

  • Carol Waldron's Unit for grades 7-10
  • History of math lesson
    "Bringing the History of Mathematics into the Mathematics Classroom," by Carol A. Waldron. A math history lesson plan aimed at accomplishing two of the five goals of the NCTM Standards.
    

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