Excerpt from The First Six Books of the Elements of Euclid: In Which Coloured Diagrams and Symbols Are Used Instead of Letters for the Greater Ease of Learners
Such is the expedition of this enticing mode of commu nicating knowledge, that the Elements of Euclid can be acquired in lefs than one third the time ufually employed, and the retention by the memory is much more permanent; thefe facts have been afcertained by numerous experiments made by the inventor, and feveral others who have adopted his plans. The particulars of which are few and Obvious; the letters annexed to points, lines, or other parts of a dia gram are in faét but arbitrary names, and reprefent them in the demonfiration; infiead of thefe, the parts being differ ently coloured, are made B to name themfelves, for their forms in correfpond ing colours represent them in the demonf'tration.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a unique and innovative approach to learning geometry, utilizing colored diagrams and symbols instead of traditional letters. The author argues that this method facilitates understanding and retention, making the learning process more engaging and efficient. By employing colors to represent different parts of geometric figures, the book offers a visual language that directly appeals to the eye. This approach aims to overcome the limitations of relying solely on words and letters, which can often lead to confusion and memorization without true comprehension. The author emphasizes the historical significance of geometry as a foundational element of mathematics and its wide-ranging applications in various fields. This book seeks to revitalize the teaching of geometry by making it more accessible and enjoyable for learners of all levels. Ultimately, this work demonstrates the power of visual communication in unlocking the complexities of geometry, paving the way for a deeper and more intuitive grasp of this essential branch of mathematics. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781333000509_0
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