YoVDO

Mathematics and Society Reunited: Social Aspects of Brouwer's Intuitionism

Offered By: Schmid College, Chapman University via YouTube

Tags

Constructivism Courses

Course Description

Overview

Save Big on Coursera Plus. 7,000+ courses at $160 off. Limited Time Only!
Explore the social dimensions of Brouwer's mathematical intuitionism in this thought-provoking lecture from the Orange County Inland Empire (OCIE) Seminar series in History and Philosophy of Mathematics. Delve into Kati Kish Bar-On's examination of Brouwer's philosophy, challenging the common perception of his approach as purely intra-subjective or solipsistic. Discover how the Significs Dialogues reveal Brouwer's considerations of the social aspects of mathematical practice. Investigate the interplay between society, individuals, and mathematical knowledge in Brouwer's thought, and consider critical questions about the influence of social, personal, and political events on intuitionism's development. Gain insights into how Brouwer's social perspective may have shaped the content of his mathematical philosophy. Conclude by exploring potential implications and future research directions in this fascinating intersection of mathematics, philosophy, and society.

Syllabus

Mathematics and Society Reunited: Social Aspects of Brouwer's Intuitionism (Kati Kish Bar-On, MIT)


Taught by

Schmid College, Chapman University

Related Courses

From International Relations to Global Politics
LUISS via iversity
Instructional Design and Technology: Learning Theories
University System of Maryland via edX
Frontières en tous genres
University of Geneva via Coursera
Understanding International Relations Theory
Higher School of Economics via Coursera
Constructivism and Mathematics, Science, and Technology Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign via Coursera