Mathematical Tradition and Mathematical Education in the Chinese Cultural Sphere

Author: Li Zhaohua
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Publish Date: 2004-10-01
Features: Mathematics in the Chinese Cultural Circle: Tradition and Education
Mathematics education is an important component of human mathematical activities and educational activities, and it is closely related to the development of mathematics and the reform of education. In short, mathematics education develops alongside society and mainstream culture. In the context of mathematics education within the broad Chinese cultural background, it not only has a long history and profound tradition but also shares the common experience of "Western learning spreading eastward" after the 17th century. Therefore, studying the laws of mathematics education under this specific cultural background is essentially exploring and constructing theories of science education in different cultural contexts. Its significance extends beyond mere historical research. This book is a collection of papers from the 5th International Conference on the History and Education of Mathematics in the Chinese Cultural Circle and Neighboring Regions. The conference was a gathering of scholars from the United States, Japan, India, South Korea, Canada, mainland China, and Taiwan, with over 70 participants presenting papers. The topics covered included research on Eastern classical mathematics, the history of mathematical exchanges in the Chinese cultural circle, the historical development of Asian mathematics from tradition to modernization, and comparative studies on Asian mathematics education. The papers presented were all new research findings in these academic fields and hold high academic value. This book selects 29 representative papers. It is suitable for reference and reading by those working in the field of the history of mathematics and students and faculty in relevant disciplines at teacher training institutions.