Abstract

Presents a sociohistorical analysis of the development of a set of basic information technologies, namely, abstract symbols for quantities of space and time, and the formulation of computational strategies. Shows how numbers and geometry can be seen to reflect increases in a society's knowledge and social organization. (ARH)

Citation

Couch, C.J. (1988). Mathematics as Information Technologies. Journal of Communication, 38(2), 33-48. Retrieved March 4, 2021 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/139111/.

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Keywords

• Ancient History
• Geometric Concepts
• Information Communication Technologies
• information technology
• mathematics
• Mathematics History
• Number Concepts
• Social History