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Re:A Mathematician's Lament – Paul Lockhart (2002) [pdf] by hingler36 on Wednesday June 03, 2026 @07:30PM (#48391549)
I'm a huge fan of Paul's, and his book Measurement is easily the most beautiful introduction to geometry out there.

I appreciate his focus on how to maintain engagement with students who are predisposed to math, but I think it's equally important to consider how to teach students who are deeply uninterested in math but still need a working knowledge to live life. Granted, the current system seems to be failing both kinds of students.

Re:A Mathematician's Lament – Paul Lockhart (2002) [pdf] by amai on Thursday June 04, 2026 @07:54AM (#48397370)