Research Guides: Mathematics Research Guide: Background Info

Online Reference Books from Credo Reference

These reference sources are available online to students, faculty and staff of TAMUCC.

The Penguin Dictionary of Mathematics
From algebra to number theory, statistics to mechanics, this versatile and completely updated reference takes in all branches of pure and applied mathematics.
Key Concepts in Teaching Primary Mathematics
Covering the key principles and concepts in the teaching and learning of mathematics in elementary schools, this text provides trainee and practicing teachers with a quick and easy reference to what they need to know for their course, and in the classroom
The Princeton Companion to Mathematics
Introduces basic mathematical tools and vocabulary, Traces the development of modern mathematics, Explains terms, concepts and core ideas. Discusses achievements of many famous mathematicians. It explores the impact of mathematics on other disciplines.

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