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Introduction
The purpose of this guide is to provide various resources to students specializing in the field of mathematics with an emphasis on learning how to formulate effective research strategies that will help to develop information literate competencies that will aid the student in their academic and professional pursuits. This guide provides background information, information literacy competencies, specific and general resources for research, and assistance in how to effectively cite sources and engage in the scholarly conversation of academic writing.
Background Info
Encyclopedic Dictionary of Mathematics by Call Number: QA5 .I8313 1987ISBN: 0262090260Publication Date: 1987-06-08When the first edition of the Encyclopedic Dictionary of Mathematics appeared in 1977, it was immediately hailed as a landmark contribution to mathematics: The standard reference for anyone who wants to get acquainted with any part of the mathematics of our time (Jean Dieudonne, American Mathematical Monthly)."
Encyclopedia of Mathematics Education by Call Number: QA11 .E665 2001ISBN: 081531647XPublication Date: 2001-03-15First published in 2001. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
The Math Book by Call Number: QA21 .P53 2009ISBN: 9781402757969Publication Date: 2009-09-01Math’s infinite mysteries and beauty unfold in this follow-up to the best-selling The Science Book. Beginning millions of years ago with ancient “ant odometers” and moving through time to our modern-day quest for new dimensions, it covers 250 milestones in mathematical history. Among the numerous delights readers will learn about as they dip into this inviting anthology: cicada-generated prime numbers, magic squares from centuries ago, the discovery of pi and calculus, and the butterfly effect. Each topic gets a lavishly illustrated spread with stunning color art, along with formulas and concepts, fascinating facts about scientists’ lives, and real-world applications of the theorems. nbsp;
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