Experimenter's A-Z of Mathematics

<p>Mathematics at all levels is about the joy in the discovery; it's about finding things out. This fascinating book is a guide to that discovery process presenting ideas for practical classroom-based experiments and extension activities. Each experiment is based on the work of a key mathematician who has shaped the way that the subject looks today and there are historical notes to help teachers bring this work to life. </p><p>The book includes instructions on how to recreate the experiments using practical mathematics computer programs and graphical calculators; ideas for follow-up work; background information for teachers on the mathematics involved; and links to the new secondary numeracy strategy framework. </p><p>Accompanying the book are downloadable resources with computer programs that can be used and reworked as part of the experimental process. With a wide range of topics covered and plenty of scope for interesting follow-up activities the book will be a valuable tool for mathematics teachers looking to extend the curriculum.</p>