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Aldokkan: Ancient Egyptian Mathematics
This site presents a brief history of ancient Egyptian mathematics.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Famous Problems in the History of Mathematics
On this site, there are several math problems to explore and solve. Look through some solutions by famous mathematicians and expand your thinking about some interesting math concepts. Teachers of elementary grades may want to use this...
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Texas A&M University
Texas a & M University: The Origins of Greek Mathematics [Pdf]
Describes the history of Greek mathematics and the major figures and schools of mathematics.
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Mac Tutor History of Mathematics: Christiaan Huygens
Biography of Dutch mathematician Christiaan Huygens. Hyperlinks to related information.
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St. Lawrence University: Brief History of Mesopotamia
A paper which discusses the accomplishments of early Mesopotamian society in the fields of mathematics, astronomy, and literature.
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Ancient Greek Philosophy: Zeno of Elea
Describes the little that is known of Zeno of Elea's life. Also discusses his denial of motion and plurality hypothesis. He explained his ideas using paradoxes that continue to challenge intellectual minds today, and that have had a big...
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Mathematics History Overview
The University of St. Andrews allows you to link to many famous mathematicians and mathematical events from Babylonian mathematics in 2000 B.C. to mathematical discoveries in the 20th Century.
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History World: History of Greek Science
Presents the history of Greek science from the 6th century BC to the 2nd century AD. Navigate using the menu on the left. Covers major figures in science and mathematics, their theories and beliefs, and the influence they had, as well as...
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Quadratic Equations History
This site from the University of St. Andrews provides an extensive history of quadratic, cubic, and quartic equations including various historical figures and their contributions to modern methods of solving quadratics.
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: History of Set Theory
This page, which is provided for by the University of St. Andrews, traces the history of Set Theory as well as the concept of infinity and the infinite set.
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Living Math!: Math History and Mathematicians
A good starting point for research into the history of Mathematics. Information is organized into time periods with lists of famous mathematicians and scientists.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of American History: Teaching Math & Science in Age of Sputnik
Why did the Soviet Union's launch of Sputnik throw the fields of mathematics and science into tremendous demand in the United States? Find the many ways this revolutionary event impacted children from the 1950s to become the...
Trinity College Dublin
The History of Mathematics: Young
A short sketch of the life and work of Thomas Young (1773-1829 CE). Traces early upbringing and education and his scientific discoveries and contributions.
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: An Overview of Babylonian Mathematics
Information and examples of how the base 60 number system of the Babylonians worked in calculating problems similar to those we face today. Has a section comparing Pythagoras's theorem to Babylonian math.
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Al Karaji
This mathematician contributed to many areas of mathematics, but most importantly he developed the formula to multiply exponents.
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History of Islamic Science 3: The Time of Al Razi
In-depth look at Islamic society during the time of al-Razi. Discusses "Arabic Mathematics and Astronomy," "Muslim Alchemy and Physics," "Muslim Medicine," and several well-known individuals such as al-Mahani, inb Yusuf, al-Nairizi, ibn...
Rice University
Rice University: Cynthia Lanius: Mathematics of Cartography
Can there be a connection between map making and math? Explore the mathematics of cartography in this resource that integrates web-based instruction, mathematical problem solving, geometry, history, and art. Interesting information and...
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: St. Andrews: History of the Four Color Theorem
The University of St. Andrews offers a brief history of the first math problem to be solved with computers.
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: A History of Pi
From a historical view, the authors give a very descriptive timeline of pi.
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Biography of Thomas Muir
The School of Mathematics and Statistics of St. Andrew's University provides biographical information on the mathematical career of Thomas Muir. Included are links to other famous individuals with whom he worked and links to his topics...
Rice University
Rice Univ.: Cynthia Lanius: Mathematics of Cartography: History of Mapmaking
Surveys the history of mapmaking from prehistoric to current times with an illustrated chronology.
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Hypsicles of Alexandria
This mathematician is remembered for his work on regular polyhedra. You can find more about the works of Hypsicles and other mathematicians at this site.
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Mathedpage.org: Algebra Manipulatives: Comparison and History
This resource discusses the use of manipulatives in the study of Algebra. The author sees benefits in symbol manipulation to enrich understanding, in geometric interpretation strengthening the connection to other parts of mathematics,...
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Greek Number Systems
A comprehensive discussion of Greek number systems of the first millennium BC, including acrophonic and alphabetical. Includes examples demonstrating the lack of a truly unified system among the Greek islands.
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