LAM 451 History of Mathematics for Teachers: Probability and Statistics

This course provides a study of the historical development of elementary counting techniques, permutations, combinations, probability and statistics from the earliest evidence to the present. The mathematical emphasis will be on important theorems and emerging conceptual developments in probability and statistics. A problem-solving approach will be used to focus on the mathematics supporting each historic development. Students will research the biographies and mathematical contributions of significant mathematicians. Students will analyze mathematical developments within historical, cultural, and political contexts and trace the solution of mathematical problems historically. Prerequisite(s): One upper level math course, one math for teachers course, or departmental consent. 5 quarter hours or 3 semester hours