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Counterexamples in Topology
Steen, L.A.; Seebach, J. A., Jr.
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Paperback. Num Pages: 244 pages, 5 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PBP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 425.
The creative process of mathematics, both historically and individually, may be described as a counterpoint between theorems and examples. Al though it would be hazardous to claim that the creation of significant examples is less demanding than the development of theory, we have dis covered that focusing on examples is a particularly expeditious means of involving undergraduate mathematics students in actual research. Not only are examples more concrete than theorems-and thus more accessible-but they cut across individual theories and make it both appropriate and neces sary for the student to explore the entire literature in journals as well as texts. ... Read more
The creative process of mathematics, both historically and individually, may be described as a counterpoint between theorems and examples. Al though it would be hazardous to claim that the creation of significant examples is less demanding than the development of theory, we have dis covered that focusing on examples is a particularly expeditious means of involving undergraduate mathematics students in actual research. Not only are examples more concrete than theorems-and thus more accessible-but they cut across individual theories and make it both appropriate and neces sary for the student to explore the entire literature in journals as well as texts. ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1978
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
244
Condition
New
Number of Pages
244
Place of Publication
New York, NY, United States
ISBN
9780387903125
SKU
V9780387903125
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