👉 Foreign math, also known as non-European or non-Western mathematics, refers to mathematical traditions and systems that originated outside the Western, European-centric framework. These include ancient Indian mathematics, which introduced the concept of zero and advanced number systems; Islamic mathematics, which preserved and expanded upon Greek and Indian knowledge, contributing to algebra and trigonometry; Chinese mathematics, known for its practical applications in engineering and astronomy; and African and Mesoamerican mathematical systems, which often had unique approaches to geometry and numerals. Each of these traditions offers distinct methodologies, symbols, and problem-solving techniques that enrich the global mathematical landscape, challenging and expanding the conventional European-centric view of mathematics.
