Interfering with Islamic Patterns.

Ransom, Peter

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ERIC Number: EJ378037

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Publication Date: 1988

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Interfering with Islamic Patterns.

Ransom, Peter

Mathematics in School, v17 n4 p2-6 Sep 1988

The author suggests ideas intended to lead to independent study on topics including trigonometry, Pythagoras, algebra, transformational geometry, primes, and countability. The ideas are based on Islamic patterns devised using a square lattice of dots and repeated reflections. (PK)

Descriptors: Geometric Concepts, Islamic Culture, Mathematical Enrichment, Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Patternmaking, Patterns in Mathematics, Secondary Education, Secondary School Mathematics, Transformations (Mathematics), Trigonometry

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Language: English

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