Syllabus

Topic syllabus: rough percentages, and any topic over 20% is broken into subtopics

Mathematical literature exploration skills (15%)

• • Independently reading and analyzing a resource given to students

  • Independently finding a new resource and analyzing it

Independent mathematical problem-solving skills (35%)

• • Solving problems given to students by faculty related to research projects

  • Developing new questions and test cases related to research projects

Mathematical communication skills (25%)

• • Writing and discussing mathematical solutions

  • Writing and discussing new questions, refining specific mathematical questions

  • Summarizing resources, both verbal and written

  • Tools and techniques for making posters

  • Practicing verbal presentation skills

  • Critical listening in mathematical research talks

Exploring career paths in mathematics and preparation (25%)

• • Career paths and relevant background (courses, experiences, degrees)

  • Using a department website to start learning about research opportunities

  • Finding research opportunities on campus, in industry, and through REUs or similar programs

  • Interacting with mathematics researchers