How to Study as a Mathematics Major
Author | : Lara Alcock |
Publisher | : OUP Oxford |
Total Pages | : 350 |
Release | : 2013-01-10 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780191637353 |
ISBN-10 | : 0191637351 |
Rating | : 4/5 (51 Downloads) |
Download or read book How to Study as a Mathematics Major written by Lara Alcock and published by OUP Oxford. This book was released on 2013-01-10 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every year, thousands of students in the USA declare mathematics as their major. Many are extremely intelligent and hardworking. However, even the best will encounter challenges, because upper-level mathematics involves not only independent study and learning from lectures, but also a fundamental shift from calculation to proof. This shift is demanding but it need not be mysterious -- research has revealed many insights into the mathematical thinking required, and this book translates these into practical advice for a student audience. It covers every aspect of studying as a mathematics major, from tackling abstract intellectual challenges to interacting with professors and making good use of study time. Part 1 discusses the nature of upper-level mathematics, and explains how students can adapt and extend their existing skills in order to develop good understanding. Part 2 covers study skills as these relate to mathematics, and suggests practical approaches to learning effectively while enjoying undergraduate life. As the first mathematics-specific study guide, this friendly, practical text is essential reading for any mathematics major.