Languages and representations in the mathematics teaching

Authors

  • František Kuřina Faculty of Science, University of Hradec Králové

Abstract

Kvasz's book Patterns of Change – Linguistic Innovation in the Development of Classical Mathematics is a contribution to the history and philosophy of mathematics. My paper deals with some didactical problems connected with Kvasz's conception. I compare Kvasz´s approaches with conceptions of J. Bruner and K. R. Popper.

Both iconic and symbolic languages are very important as an integral part of mathematics and mathematics education. I demonstrate how different languages influence methods of problem solving and understanding mathematics.

Kvasz shows the importance of the history of art and philosophy in the development of mathematics. I emphasize these aspects in mathematics education. Geometry should be regarded as a body of knowledge that has its origin in the study of physical space and physical objects, but it also concerns abstractions derived from this study.

Published

2013-01-16

How to Cite

Kuřina, F. (2013). Languages and representations in the mathematics teaching. MATHEMATICS–PHYSICS–INFORMATICS, 22(1), 2–16. Retrieved from https://mfi.upol.cz/index.php/mfi/article/view/1

Issue

Section

Mathematics