Publication

1986-07-09 - The MIT Press

Language

English

Word Count

124,250 words, Guess

Page Count

497 pages

Physical Format

Paperback

Identifiers

and 3 more
  • LibraryThing143176
  • Better World Books9780262510370
  • Open LibraryOL9755466M

Classifications

  • LCCQA462 .A23 1981
  • DDC516/.007/8

Description

Turtle Geometry presents an innovative program of mathematical discovery that demonstrates how the effective use of personal computers can profoundly change the nature of a student's contact with mathematics. Using this book and a few simple computer programs, students can explore the properties of space by following an imaginary turtle across the screen. The concept of turtle geometry grew out of the Logo Group at MIT. Directed by Seymour Papert, author of Mindstorms, this group has done extensive work with preschool children, high school students and university undergraduates.

First Sentence

Imagine that you have control of a little creature called a turtle that exists in a mathematical plane or, better yet, on a computer display screen.

Subjects

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  • Turtle GeometryPaperbackThe MIT Press1986-07-09

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