Writing Math Research Papers: A Guide for High School Students and Instructors - Fifth Edition

ISBN-13: 9781641131100 / Angielski / Miękka / 2017 / 294 str.

Robert Graver

Opis

Mathematics research papers provide a forum for all mathematics enthusiasts to exercise their mathematical experience, expertise and excitement. The research paper process epitomizes the differentiation of instruction, as each student chooses their own topic and extends it as far as their motivation and desire takes them. This volume offers a selection of articles on mathematics research papers.

Spis treści

• Acknowledgements
• Introduction
• 1. Mathematics: Shouting Questions and Whispering Answers
• 2. Finding a Topic
• 3. Problem Solving: A Prerequisite for Research
• 4. The Importance of Clear Communication
• 5. The Notes You Take in Math Class
• 6. Technical Writing Techniques
• 7. Conjectures, Theorems, and Proofs
• 8. Reading and Keeping a Research Journal
• 9. Components of Your Research Paper
• 10. Oral Presentations
• 11. Sample Pages from Actual Papers
• 12. Resources
• 13. A Guide for Instructors and Administrators