History of Mathematics Teaching & Learning by Karp & Furinghetti
History of Mathematics Teaching & Learning - Table of Contents
PART I: FOUNDATIONS & METHODOLOGY
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Survey of the State of the Art
- 2.1. History in Relation to Academic Disciplines
- 2.2. Methodology in Math Education History
PART II: CURRICULA, POLITICS & INSTITUTIONS
- 2.3. Curricula and Textbooks Evolution
- 2.4. Politics, Ideology and Economics
- 2.5. Individuals and Organizations
PART III: PRACTICES & FUTURE DIRECTIONS
- 2.6. Practices of Mathematics Education
- 2.7. Teacher Training Models in History
- 3. Summary and Looking Ahead
What You Will Learn in History of Mathematics Teaching & Learning
History of Mathematics Teaching & Learning by Alexander Karp and Fulvia Furinghetti is an authoritative ICME Topical Survey published by Springer that provides a comprehensive overview of the historical evolution and state-of-the-art research in mathematics education across different cultures and eras. This concise yet dense volume guides readers through historiographical methodologies, institutional curricula developments, textbook evolution, ideological influence, institutional organizations, classroom teaching practices, and historical teacher training paradigms with exceptional academic clarity.
Designed for mathematics education researchers, historians of science, curriculum developers, policy makers, and math educators, this foundational text bridges general educational history with subject-specific pedagogical evolution. Karp and Furinghetti examine step-by-step historical transformations in geometry and arithmetic instruction, analyzing how political, economic, and social forces shaped mathematics schooling over centuries. Whether you are conducting research in math education history, designing modern curricula, or exploring past teacher preparation frameworks, this book offers an indispensable roadmap.
Recognized globally as a vital reference for the International Commission on Mathematical Instruction (ICMI), it stands as one of the best introductory guides to the history of mathematics teaching and educational research. By connecting past instructional traditions to contemporary educational challenges, it serves as an essential tool for mastering the history of mathematics education with confidence.
Book Details & Specifications
Title:
History of Mathematics Teaching & Learning by Karp & Furinghetti
Publisher:
Springer
Year:
2016
Pages:
47
Type:
PDF
Language:
English
ISBN-10 #:
331931615X
ISBN-13 #:
978-3319316154
License:
CC BY-NC 4.0
Amazon:
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About the Author: Alexander Karp and Fulvia Furinghetti
The author Alexander Karp and Fulvia Furinghetti
are experts in "mathematics education", specializing in the "history of mathematics", teaching methods, and learning processes. They focus on how educational practices and curricula have evolved over time, shaping how students understand and engage with mathematics. In "History of Mathematics Teaching & Learning", Karp and Furinghetti explore the development of "mathematical instruction", the role of "pedagogy", and innovations in "classroom practices". The book highlights changes in "curriculum design" and educational approaches across cultures and eras, showing how historical insights inform modern teaching strategies and enhance the understanding of mathematics for both teachers and students.
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