Exploring Mathematics: An Engaging Introduction to Proof: Cambridge Mathematical Textbooks
Autor John Meier, Derek Smithen Limba Engleză Hardback – 6 aug 2017
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781107128989
ISBN-10: 1107128986
Pagini: 338
Ilustrații: 60 b/w illus.
Dimensiuni: 183 x 260 x 20 mm
Greutate: 0.88 kg
Editura: Cambridge University Press
Colecția Cambridge University Press
Seria Cambridge Mathematical Textbooks
Locul publicării:New York, United States
ISBN-10: 1107128986
Pagini: 338
Ilustrații: 60 b/w illus.
Dimensiuni: 183 x 260 x 20 mm
Greutate: 0.88 kg
Editura: Cambridge University Press
Colecția Cambridge University Press
Seria Cambridge Mathematical Textbooks
Locul publicării:New York, United States
Cuprins
1. Let's play!; 2. Discovering and presenting mathematics; 3. Sets; 4. The integers and the fundamental theorem of arithmetic; 5. Functions; 6. Relations; 7. Cardinality; 8. The real numbers; 9. Probability and randomness; 10. Algebra and symmetry; 11. Projects; Appendix A. Solutions, answers, or hints to in-text exercises; Index; Bibilography.
Recenzii
'Wonderful list of topics, entertaining presentation, well-chosen problems - this is the way I want my grandchildren to engage with the beauty of mathematics. Too many students enter college with tools from calculus but no concept of how mathematicians think, and hardly any exposure to sets, logic, numbers, groups, or probability. How can we expect them to decide about continuing with mathematics, without a glimpse of the wonders ahead? A marvelous world lies at your students' doorstep, and Exploring Mathematics makes them players, not just observers, in that world. You'll want all your math majors, and perhaps your computer science majors as well, to have this experience.' Peter Winkler, Dartmouth College, New Hampshire
'Meier and Smith have written a wonderful introduction to higher mathematics, showing both the thrill of abstraction and the beauty in discovering proofs.' Tom Garrity, Williams College, Massachusetts
'I think that this is an excellent book. It is playful and serious at the same time. The book takes the unusual step of explaining not just mathematical topics but also what math is about and how to do it. The book is full of interesting topics, exercises, and examples. I think that this book could really fire up the imagination of a student wanting to get a start in real mathematics.' Richard Schwartz, Brown University, Rhode Island
'The biggest step in studying mathematics is learning to write proofs. After calculus, students discover that truth is not a matter of a calculation, but a careful argument, juggling concepts within formal logic. Exploring Mathematics is a guide to this new level. Rich with exercises and projects, the book provides a well-grounded introduction to proof. 'Then the fun begins'. The reader participates by doing what mathematicians do, experimenting, formulating conjectures, exploring foundations for the basis of a proof. This book engages the reader fully to reach the goal of learning to fashion real mathematics. A valuable addition to every undergraduate library.' John McCleary, Vassar College, New York
'Meier and Smith have written a wonderful introduction to higher mathematics, showing both the thrill of abstraction and the beauty in discovering proofs.' Tom Garrity, Williams College, Massachusetts
'I think that this is an excellent book. It is playful and serious at the same time. The book takes the unusual step of explaining not just mathematical topics but also what math is about and how to do it. The book is full of interesting topics, exercises, and examples. I think that this book could really fire up the imagination of a student wanting to get a start in real mathematics.' Richard Schwartz, Brown University, Rhode Island
'The biggest step in studying mathematics is learning to write proofs. After calculus, students discover that truth is not a matter of a calculation, but a careful argument, juggling concepts within formal logic. Exploring Mathematics is a guide to this new level. Rich with exercises and projects, the book provides a well-grounded introduction to proof. 'Then the fun begins'. The reader participates by doing what mathematicians do, experimenting, formulating conjectures, exploring foundations for the basis of a proof. This book engages the reader fully to reach the goal of learning to fashion real mathematics. A valuable addition to every undergraduate library.' John McCleary, Vassar College, New York
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Descriere
With exercises and projects, Exploring Mathematics supports an active approach to the transition to upper-level theoretical math courses.