Shofan Fiangga, Abdul Haris Rosyidi, Tatag Yuli Eko Siswono
Recent developments concerning innovation in mathematics teaching have been limited to the advancement of models, methods, and learning media. However, mastering how mathematics concepts were established is another crucial aspect in terms of innovation in teaching mathematics. One way of doing so is by using the historical aspects of mathematics concepts to create an interesting and motivating learning experience. Such a rediscovery learning design can help students reinvent and understand mathematics concepts more fully. Moreover, the design is in line with what has already been considered in Curriculum 2013, in which students are required to experience the discovery of mathematics concepts autonomously. In the Mathematics Department at Universitas Negeri Surabaya, an optional mathematics history course has been provided for undergraduate students. However, there is a lack of course material that would support students in analyzing mathematics history and eliciting educational value in terms of enabling them to develop innovative learning materials. Consequently, the course only discusses mathematics history without considering the possibility of practical teaching at school. Therefore, this study aims to develop course material that can support undergraduate students in undertaking innovative teaching. The study also provides an example of how the historical aspects of mathematics can be implemented in the classroom. © 2018 Author(s).
Department of Mathematics, State University of Surabaya, Jalan Ketintang Surabaya, East-Java, 60213, Indonesia
