Cognition in Practice

Mind, Mathematics and Culture in Everyday Life

Autori

• Jean Lave

Parametri

• 232 pagine
• 9 ore di lettura

• Computer, IT, programmazione
• Filosofia
• Matematica
• Psicologia
• Saggistica

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Exploring the intersection of cognitive activity and everyday experiences, the study reveals how arithmetic problem-solving transcends laboratory confines. Jean Lave emphasizes that real-world mathematics, found in activities like grocery shopping and dieting, is influenced by the interplay between culturally-informed thought and the surrounding context. This dynamic interaction not only shapes individual understanding but also influences the broader environment in which people operate.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2003

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