AHA! CREATIVE INSIGHTS IN MATHEMATICS

Discover the fascinating world of mathematics where creativity meets logic! This unique publication, edited by Bronisław Czarnocha and William Baker, is a collection of essays that shed new light on the learning and teaching process of mathematics. Can mathematics be creative? The authors prove that it can! This book is ideal for teachers, students, parents, and anyone who wants to understand how creativity influences our perception of mathematics.

• Creativity in Mathematics: Understand how creative thinking influences problem-solving.
• Theory of Bisociation: Learn about Koestler's concept and its application in mathematical education.
• Constructivist Learning: Find out how to combine creativity with the learning process.
• Aha! Moments: Discover how these sudden insights support cognitive development.
• For Teachers and Parents: Practical tips on how to cultivate a creative attitude in children.
• Various Contexts: Affect, cognitive processes, attention theory, neuroscience, and computational creativity.

The book "Aha! Creative Insights in Mathematics" is not just a collection of theories, but above all, a practical guide on how to make mathematics more engaging and inspiring. The authors combine the theory of bisociation of the creativity of the Aha! moment with constructivist learning concepts, creating the basis for a new theory that integrates creativity into learning and allows to describe moments of insight at different stages of student development. This is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand how creativity influences our perception of mathematics and how it can be used in education.

This publication is addressed to a wide audience – from mathematics and science teachers, through researchers of human creativity, to specialists in computational creativity. Parents will also find valuable tips on how to cultivate a creative attitude in their children. The book sheds light on the creative experience of the eureka moment in mathematics, which is discussed in various contexts: affect, cognitive processes, attention theory, neuroscience, and computational creativity. This is a comprehensive look at how creativity influences our perception of mathematics and how it can be used in education.

Wydawnictwa Uniwersytetu Warszawskiego is a renowned publisher that has been providing high-quality scientific and educational publications for years. Their books are characterized by editorial care, a high level of content, and an innovative approach to the subject. "Aha! Creative Insights in Mathematics" is an excellent example of how Wydawnictwa Uniwersytetu Warszawskiego supports the development of science and education in Poland. This book is not just a read, it is an investment in the intellectual and creative development of every reader.