The text systematically enquires into the "why" and "how" of the field, asking:
How do teacher beliefs about math influence student success? Resources & Availability
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Is it discovered (Platonism) or invented?
Ernest posits that the way we view the nature of mathematical knowledge directly dictates how we teach it. The text systematically enquires into the "why" and
By framing math as a social construct, the book addresses issues of gender, race, and multiculturalism , arguing that traditional hierarchical views can alienate certain groups.
The book goes beyond abstract theory to address how these philosophies impact society and the classroom: the book addresses issues of gender
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