Deep Thinking ─ What Mathematics Can Teach Us About the Mind

Although mathematical proofs are often presented in systematic language, the deep thought that generates new mathematical and scientific ideas is far different from rule-based thought. An essential part of creativity, deep though is considered to be the default state of the mind by the author of this compelling book. Byers uses data on the development of numerical cognition in children, neuropsychology and the history of math to explore deep thought and its potential to be utilized to rethink education. He also explores the ways in which the human mind is different from artificial intelligence and analytics. Annotation c2015 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)