The Conflict of Studies by Isaac Todhunter

The Conflict of Studies by Isaac Todhunter

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Zusammenfassung

The mathematician Isaac Todhunter (1820–84) was an examiner for the University of Cambridge and a successful textbook author. In this collection of six essays, first published in 1873, he expresses his views on various facets of mathematical education in England, which was the object of intense debate in the nineteenth century.

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The Conflict of Studies by Isaac Todhunter

The nineteenth century was a time of great reform in education, with debate focusing on such questions as who should be educated, in what manner, and to what degree. Given the technical advances brought about by the Industrial Revolution, rigorous mathematical education was seen by many as essential. A mathematician, educator and examiner for the University of Cambridge, Isaac Todhunter (1820 84) was also known as a prolific and very successful author of mathematics textbooks. In his day, he was considered an influential, albeit somewhat conservative, figure in mathematical education. In these six essays, first published in 1873, he discusses topics raised by the reform movement (for which he had little sympathy), such as the examination system, teaching methods and materials. Born of Todhunter's vast experience in the field, this work reflects an insider's perspective and remains relevant to students and scholars interested in the history of mathematics teaching and the University of Cambridge.
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ISBN 13 9781108059374
ISBN 10 1108059376
Titel The Conflict of Studies
Autor Isaac Todhunter
Serie Cambridge Library Collection - Education
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Bindungsart Paperback
Verlag Cambridge University Press
Erscheinungsjahr 2013-08-22
Seitenanzahl 260
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