Volume
5
Issue
1
Abstract
In mathematics classes, it is appropriate for many reasons to discuss mathematicians as people with lives, personal problems, both influenced by and influencing cultural movements and societal issues. Mathematics is a human activity, and mathematicians are human. Eisenberg's paper raises important and fascinating issues, such as the extent to which intellectual achievements can be kept separate from the personality and actions of their creator (such as Wagner). However, in my reactions, I suggest ways in which I believe the discussion needs to be broadened and refocused.
First Page
29
Last Page
34
Recommended Citation
Greer, Brian
(2008)
"Comments provoked by "Flaws and idiosyncrasies in mathematicians: Food for the classroom?","
The Mathematics Enthusiast: Vol. 5
:
No.
1
, Article 4.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54870/1551-3440.1081
Available at:
https://scholarworks.umt.edu/tme/vol5/iss1/4
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
10.54870/1551-3440.1081
