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Don’t fear the numbers.

Authors :
Hart, Sarah
Source :
New Scientist. 9/28/2024, Vol. 263 Issue 3510, p23-23. 1p. 2 Color Photographs.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Maths anxiety has been a long-standing issue, with German physicist Felix Auerbach addressing it in his book "The Fear of Mathematics and How to Overcome It" a century ago. Auerbach argues that the fear of maths stems from a misunderstanding of what mathematics truly is. He believes that maths is not just about calculations, but also a science, a language, and an art. By emphasizing the beauty and universality of mathematics, Auerbach suggests that people can overcome their fear and appreciate the subject. This issue remains relevant today, and it is important to shift the perception of maths from dread to awe. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
02624079
Volume :
263
Issue :
3510
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New Scientist
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
179864188
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/s0262-4079(24)01731-7