The Philosophy of Mathematics Education

by Paul Ernest

Overview

Although many agree that all teaching rests on a theory of knowledge, this is an in-depth exploration of the philosophy of mathematics for education, building on the work of Lakatos and Wittgenstein.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781135387532
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	11/01/2002
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	344
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Paul Ernest

Table of Contents

Introduction.- An Overview of the Philosophy of Mathematics Education.- Critical Mathematics Education: Concerns, Notions, and Future.- Philosophy of Mathematical Practice: What is it all About?.- The Philosophy of Mathematics Education in Brazil.- Summary and Looking Ahead.

Editorial Reviews

The first offering in a new series consisting of studies in mathematics education based on disciplined perspectives, but aiming to link theory with practice. Building on the work of Lakatos and Wittgenstein, this book challenges the prevalent notion that mathematical knowledge is certain, absolute and neutral, and offers instead an account of mathematics as a social construction. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Booknews

This pamphlet is framed as an overview of the field of philosophy of mathematics education, and it lives up to that promise. … I found this short book interesting and engaging … .” (Brian P. Katz, MAA Reviews, October, 2016)

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