Robert B. Kane

Robert B. Kane, Ph.D., born in Oak Park, Illinois, was Chairman of Mathematics and Science Education and Professor of Mathematics and Education at Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana; previously a mathematics teacher with experience in the mathematics of industry. He went to the University of Illinois, where in 1950 he earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics; in 1958 a Master of Science in Mathematics Education; and in 1960 a Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics Education. Dr. Kane was a mathematics consultant to schools, wrote numerous articles for professional journals, and directed research on the readability of mathematics materials. Sources: [Prabook](https://prabook.com/web/robert_b.kane/797705) and *Target: Meeting Mathematics*

Born 1928-07-27

Died 2005-08-14

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