Abstract
On the occasion of the centenary of his death, this article revisits the life and times of
the Indian mathematician Ramanujan. His cultural and social background are
detailed, his educational experiences are explored, and the extraordinary nature of his
mathematical discoveries are outlined. Ramanujan’s story shows that giftedness may
be found anywhere, including in the most disadvantaged, unexpected and
unforgiving places. It is also a clear reminder of the handicap that poverty brings to
achieving potential, and of the damage that can be done by an inflexible educational
system.
the Indian mathematician Ramanujan. His cultural and social background are
detailed, his educational experiences are explored, and the extraordinary nature of his
mathematical discoveries are outlined. Ramanujan’s story shows that giftedness may
be found anywhere, including in the most disadvantaged, unexpected and
unforgiving places. It is also a clear reminder of the handicap that poverty brings to
achieving potential, and of the damage that can be done by an inflexible educational
system.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 38-51 |
Number of pages | 14 |
Journal | TalentEd |
Volume | 32 |
Publication status | Published - 2020 |