A Moscow Math Circle Week by week Problem Sets

Dorichenko, Sergey

ISBN 10: 0821868748 / ISBN 13: 9780821868744

Published by Amer Mathematical Society, 2012

new ed. edition. 240 pages. 10.25x7.00x0.75 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # 0821868748

Synopsis:

Moscow has a rich tradition of successful math circles, to the extent that many other circles are modeled on them. This book presents materials used during the course of one year in a math circle organized by mathematics faculty at Moscow State University, and also used at the mathematics magnet school known as Moscow School Number 57. Each problem set has a similar structure: it combines review material with a new topic, offering problems in a range of difficulty levels. This time-tested pattern has proved its effectiveness in engaging all students and helping them master new material while building on earlier knowledge. The introduction describes in detail how the math circles at Moscow State University are run. Dorichenko describes how the early sessions differ from later sessions, how to choose problems, and what sorts of difficulties may arise when running a circle. The book also includes a selection of problems used in the competition known as the Mathematical Maze, a mathematical story based on actual lessons with students, and an addendum on the San Jose Mathematical Circle, which is run in the Russian style. In the interest of fostering a greater awareness and appreciation of mathematics and its connections to other disciplines and everyday life, MSRI and the AMS are publishing books in the Mathematical Circles Library series as a service to young people, their parents and teachers, and the mathematics profession.

About the Author: Sergey Dorichenko, Moscow Schools 57 and 179, Moscow, Russia and Kvant Magazine, Moscow, Russia

Bibliographic Details

Title: A Moscow Math Circle Week by week Problem ...
Publisher: Amer Mathematical Society
Publication Date: 2012
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Brand New