| How to Study as a Mathematics Major Contributor(s): Alcock, Lara (Author) |
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ISBN: 0199661316 ISBN-13: 9780199661312 Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA OUR PRICE: $25.64 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2013 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Mathematics | Study & Teaching |
| Dewey: 510.711 |
| Physical Information: 0.7" H x 5.4" W x 8.4" (0.75 lbs) 288 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Every year, thousands of students 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. |
