History of Non-Euclidean Geometry
Offered By: Extra Credits via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through the evolution of Non-Euclidean Geometry in this five-part video series. Explore the concept of sacred geometry, follow the great quest of mathematicians throughout history, delve into the challenge of squaring the circle, confront the emergence of a most terrible possibility in mathematical thinking, and discover how Non-Euclidean Geometry shapes our understanding of the world we know today. Each episode builds upon the last, providing a comprehensive overview of this fascinating mathematical field and its profound impact on our perception of space and reality.
Syllabus
The History of Non-Euclidean Geometry - Sacred Geometry - Extra History - #1.
The History of Non-Euclidean Geometry - The Great Quest - Extra History - #2.
The History of Non-Euclidean Geometry - Squaring the Circle - Extra History - #3.
The History of Non-Euclidean Geometry - A Most Terrible Possibility - Extra History - #4.
The History of Non-Euclidean Geometry - The World We Know - Extra History - #5.
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