ICME 11
July 2008
Monterrey, Mexico

Astronomical and mathematical instruments as pedagogical tools

Louis Charbonneau
Department of mathematics
UQAM, Montréal, Canada
http://www.math.uqam.ca/_charbonneau/personnel/histoire.html
  1. Introduction : My interest for mathematical instruments
  2. The use of history in the mathematical classroom
  3. What is hidden behind the use of an instrument ?
  4. Representation : Exploring new worlds
  5. Instruments and mathematics
  6. Wrap-up