Title:
THE HISTORY OF MATHEMATICS FOR THE REINFORCEMENT OF STUDENTS MATHEMATICAL ABILITY AND ATTITUDE

Authors:
Dr. Charalabos Psaras ,Greece

Abstract:
The present research is part of a larger study that aims to investigate whether some mathematical tools, such as spatial ability, geometric transformations, problem posing, history of mathematics etc. can help reduce the students’ difficulties which students face in mathematics. In particular, this research, which conducted on students of the first grade of elementary school in Greece for two school years, investigates whether the use of activities based on the History of Mathematics during teaching can improve students' mathematical ability and attitude. The results of this research showed that students gained a positive attitude towards mathematics without any elements of fear and aversion, they recognized their usefulness, and they developed their interest in them, thus enhancing the mathematical perception and mathematical ability of students