Entrance slip: Three key papers

 

1.

Fisherman, D. (2013). Philosophy and the faces of abstract mathematics, Analytic Teaching and Philosophical Praxis, 34(1), 37-45.

This paper discusses how philosophical dialogue helps students avoid developing negative attitudes toward mathematics by forging a meaningful connection between math and everyday experience.

2.

Daniel, M.F. (2013). Engaging in critical dialogue about mathematics, Analytic Teaching and Philosophical Praxis, 34(1), 58-68.

This paper discusses how engaging students in philosophical dialogue enhances autonomous and critical engagement with mathematical problems and a deeper understanding of concepts.

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Roemischer, J. (2013). Can philosophic methods without metaphysical foundations contribute to the teaching of Mathematics? Analytic Teaching and Philosophical Praxis, 34(1), 25-36.

This paper explores the applicability of the philosophical approach (philosophy for children) to the teaching of mathematical concepts.