Something I learned from the project was using imagery to explain math and especially a math formula that is quite foreign to students the first time they see it. As well, throughout the process of researching for this project I learned just how complex math history can be and how I should always examine the history of math past that of the person given credit for making the discovery. Finally, I learned how providing a brief history of a mathematical topic can help get students engaged in the lesson and provide context to the material they are learning as it often seems quite abstract to some students.
After completing this project a takeaway I have is ensuring when I explain math history to my class that I take into account all potential contributors to the mathematical theorem or advancement. As well, always looking to see if others potentially from less recognized areas may have actually proved a theorem but not received credit. Additionally, I will use our classroom extension in my classroom when introducing the Pythagorean Theorem, to help students gain a deeper understanding of the formula and be able to see its use in more complex situations.
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