Innumeracy: Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences
Innumeracy: Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2001180
Book • Nonfiction
1980s
2001
Adult
18+ years
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Innumeracy: Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences by John Allen Paulos explores the prevalence and implications of mathematical illiteracy in society. The book highlights the challenges individuals face in understanding numbers and probabilities, affecting decision-making in everyday life. Paulos emphasizes the importance of mathematical literacy for informed choices and effective communication.
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John Allen Paulos's Innumeracy: Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences offers an enlightening exploration of the widespread lack of mathematical understanding. Readers praise its engaging anecdotes and accessible style. Some critics find its tone occasionally condescending, but its educational value and humor are widely appreciated, making it a thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read Innumeracy: Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences?
An ideal reader for Innumeracy: Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences by John Allen Paulos is someone curious about the impacts of mathematical illiteracy on society. Fans of Freakonomics or The Black Swan will appreciate Paulos’s insightful analysis blending math with real-world applications.
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Innumeracy: Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences is considered a classic in popular mathematics, emphasizing the widespread lack of mathematical literacy and its effects on society.
John Allen Paulos highlights the bewildering effects of innumeracy with engaging anecdotes and examples, making complex mathematical concepts accessible and entertaining.
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The book has inspired countless educators and readers to pursue better understanding and education in mathematics, demonstrating its lasting impact since its publication in 1988.
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Book • Nonfiction
1980s
2001
Adult
18+ years
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