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Turtle geometry

Harold Abelson

1980477 pagesabout 7–11 hours
1980
first published
  • 1980MIT Press · 477 pages · ENG
  • 1981MIT Press · 477 pages · ENGISBN 9780262010634
  • 1986The MIT Press · 497 pages · ENGISBN 9780262510370

Turtle Geometry presents an innovative program of mathematical discovery that demonstrates how the effective use of personal computers can profoundly change the nature of a student's contact with mathematics. Using this book and a few simple computer programs, students can explore the properties of space by following an imaginary turtle across the screen. The concept of turtle geometry grew out of the Logo Group at MIT. Directed by Seymour Papert, author of Mindstorms, this group has done extensive work with preschool children, high school students and university undergraduates.

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