Course Details
942: Mathematics Elsewhere
February 1, 2, 3, 5
11:45 AM -
1:15 PM
Online
We will discuss aspects of mathematics that were developed in four different cultures that were not influenced by Western mathematics. The lectures will cover: 1) Maya calendars and number system, 2) Wari and Inca khipus used for accounting and possibly other purposes, 3) Japanese temple geometry, and 4) Marshall Island stick charts for navigation. No mathematical knowledge is assumed or necessary. This study group has a high class size capacity.
Class Type: Lecture
Class Format: TBA
Hours of Reading: No reading
Study Group Leader(s):
Graham AtkinsonGraham Atkinson has a doctorate in mathematics from Oxford University and worked most of his career on applications of mathematics and statistics in health care. He has led OLLI study groups on the Maya language and culture.