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Journal of the ACMS 2004 Inaugural Issue

Mathematics and Values: Can Philosophy Guide Projects?
Michael Veatch
1997

The philosophy of mathematics has provided insight on questions of foundations and mathematical truth; however, it has not been very fruitful in guiding the practice of mathematics.  This paper attempts to find points of contact between a Christian worldview and the choice of mathematical projects and methods.  Three areas are considered: (i) dubitability in current research, (ii) the intrinsic value of contemporary mathematics to contemporary society, (iii) the affirmation of human value in the use of mathematics.  Finally, a framework for valuing mathematics is proposed as an encouragement to think more deeply about how a Christian might choose a mathematical topic.

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