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MATH 608: Problem Solving in Mathematics

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General Information

Credits: 3

Description:

Introduces variety of challenging mathematical problems appropriate for middle school student to analyze, and solving problems using mathematics learned in previous courses. Also asks students to search for such problems and orally present solutions. Notes: Background in mathematics or science desirable but not necessary. Assumes exposure to most of topics covered in MATH 601, 604, 605, and 607. Offered by Mathematics. May not be repeated for credit.
Recommended Corequisite: Open only to inservice math teachers at the middle or secondary level, or by Permission of Instructor.
Registration Restrictions:

Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.

Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.

Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.

Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.