Introduction: Cultural Aspects of Mathematics Education

This article provides an introduction to cultural aspects of mathematics education, asking what mathematics is, and highlighting the socio-cultural perspective that sees the discipline of mathematics as a human construction that impacts upon and reflects political and social reality.

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Published in:Journal of intercultural studies 2002-08, Vol.23 (2), p.109-118
Main Author: Fitzsimons, Gail E.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Cultural context
Cultural influences
Culture
Curriculum
Education
Education systems
Educational sociology
Epistemology
Mathematics
Mathematics education
Pedagogy
Science
Teaching
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Summary:This article provides an introduction to cultural aspects of mathematics education, asking what mathematics is, and highlighting the socio-cultural perspective that sees the discipline of mathematics as a human construction that impacts upon and reflects political and social reality.
ISSN:0725-6868
1469-9540
DOI:10.1080/07256860220151032