Mathematics in China and India

Having seen some fascinating Greek Mathematics, it is time to move on to study Mathematics done in other parts of the world. This week we will focus on China and India. We will start with the Chinese mathematics and then talk about mathematics in the Indian subcontinent. Share your thoughts on the Chinese math and Indian math here. Both China and India have a very long and rich history. So there is a lot to learn from these ancient cultures besides Mathematics. When you read these chapters, you should compare and contrast them with the Greek and pre-Greek civilizations. Take notes as you read the book and please feel free to discuss your thoughts on the blog and in class.

Greek Mathematics

We are currently talking about the Greek Mathematics. In my opinion this is the most fascinating part of Mathematics. Please feel free to share your thoughts and comments on the topics we are covering in class on this blog. Here you have 100% freedom of thought and speech. This blog is a forum for students in the class to share their ideas. You will get participation points for posting messages and replying to the posts. So welcome aboard to the fascinating journey of the history of Mathematics and post your ideas and comments as you read the book.