This course will review several case studies from the ancient, medieval and modern history of mathematics. The case studies will be analyzed from various philosophical perspectives, while situating them in their historical and cultural contexts.
Lernziel
The course aims are: 1. To introduce students to the historicity of mathematics 2. To make sense of mathematical practices that appear unreasonable from a contemporary point of view 3. To develop critical reflection concerning the nature of mathematical objects 4. To introduce various theoretical approaches to the philosophy and history of mathematics 5. To open the students' horizons to the plurality of mathematical cultures and practices
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The course will require a weekly reading of around 20 pages and small weekly tasks. The final grade will be based on an the grades of some of these tasks. Presence in class is expected, and active contribution to class discussions may be rewarded in the final grade.
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Einschränkungen
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