2012 Conference Archive (Archived)
Session Format
Presentation Session (20 minutes)
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Location
Room 2901
Abstract for the conference program
In this talk we will explore and discuss different ways of improving instruction of upper level mathematics classes. Several case studies will be presented, including in Calculus and Operations Research courses. We will also discuss the importance of extracurricular activities in education of mathematics majors. In particular, we will describe activities related to undergraduate mathematics competitions.
Proposal Track
Non-research Project
Start Date
3-9-2012 3:25 PM
End Date
3-9-2012 3:45 PM
Recommended Citation
Lesaja, Goran, "Improving Education of Mathematics Majors" (2012). Interdisciplinary STEM Teaching & Learning Conference (2012-2019) (Archived). 16.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/stem/2012/2012/16
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Improving Education of Mathematics Majors
Room 2901
In this talk we will explore and discuss different ways of improving instruction of upper level mathematics classes. Several case studies will be presented, including in Calculus and Operations Research courses. We will also discuss the importance of extracurricular activities in education of mathematics majors. In particular, we will describe activities related to undergraduate mathematics competitions.