7.30 Mathematics '64 - 12. Trelliswork
A series of twenty programmes reflecting new trends in mathematics and in the teaching of mathematics.
What is a vector? This programme attempts to dispel some outworn ideas. Fred gets enlarged, and we meet Argyropelecus olfersi.
Presented by Geoffrey Matthews.
8.0 Revolution Round the Corner: 6. The Face of the Future
A series of six programmes examining the social, economic, and technological implications of automation.
Introduced by Derek Cooper.
8.45 Studying the Social Sciences: 3: The Statistical Approach
A series of six programmes prepared in association with the London School of Economics and Political Science.
The characteristics and behaviour of groups can be assessed and predicted by mathematical methods. Economic, social, and theoretical statisticians show their approach to what is essentially a blend of science and art.
Among those taking part: Professor A.W. Phillips, Professor C.A. Moser, Professor R.G.D. Allen, Professor J. Durbin, Dr. M.G. Kendall
Introduced by Dr. Alan Little.
9.15 One Hundred Years of Marxism: 6. Education and Goulash
A series of nine programmes describing the development of Communist theory and practice from the time of Karl Marx to the present day.
In 1956 Nikita Khrushchev condemned the cult of the individual which had grown up under Joseph Stalin. What major changes in Communist policy has Khrushchev made?
This question is considered by John Erickson Lecturer in Government, University of Manchester and Professor Alec Nove Director of Soviet Studies, University of Glasgow.
Introduced by Warren Evans.