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Schlafli symbols for antiprisms and crossed antiprisms
I'm looking for help from a Geometry expert. I asked this question on math.stackexchange but didn't get an answer I was particularly satisfied with.
I am familiar with Schlafli symbols for polygons ...
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Advice for assigning student projects in masters data science stats course
I'd like some advice on assigning final projects in an applied stats course that I'm developing as part of a master's in data science program.
I don't have a lot of experience assigning student ...
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Teaching students how to check the validity of their proofs
The question Teaching students to find and correct their own errors and its answers address mainly calculation problems of the types typically found in secondary school and the lower levels of ...
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Does this explanation of integration and the Fundamental Theorems of Calculus make any sense?
First, Sue Pemberton (Pure Mathematics 1 Coursebook, 2018, Cambridge University Press) introduces
integration as the reverse process of differentiation ...
$\int x^3 \mathrm d x$ is called the ...
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References on maxima and minima serving as a pedagogical context to explore and gain a deeper understanding of real functions
The concept of a function is fundamental and plays a crucial role in various areas of mathematics. For instance, Dubinsky and Harel's book, The Concept of Function: Aspects of Epistemology and ...
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Need a book reference on derivatives spacetime fields [closed]
I am studying by myself Quantum Field Theory.
I often encounter derivatives of tensors like Maxwell, Energy-Momentum tensors.
As an example, where it get complex is when the derivative a Langrangian ...
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How to choose a textbook that is pedagogically optimal for oneself?
I am currently using the Russian textbook Mathematical Analysis by Zorich. But the more I use it, the more I feel it is making problems too hard or too advanced for the subject and it is unnecessary. ...
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When Did They Start Using Ohm's Triangle for Arithmetic Topics?
I am here with a historical question about maths education. I hope I have chosen the right SE as there are confusingly three that pertain to historical research into mathematics.
Any quantitative ...
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Mathematics and calmness [closed]
I wanted to ask if in order for someone to be a good mathematician they need to enjoy a relationship, with someone, such as a teacher or a companion, that has a calming effect on them.
Thank you.
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Questions about writing a Linear Algebra textbook, with Earth Science applications
I am writing a Linear Algebra textbook that is supposed to have several Earth Science applications (Geophysics, Atmospheric Science) given that I come from an Earth/Atmospheric Science background. I ...
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Real-life problems involving solving triangles
Could you advise me where to find real- life or word problems using trigonometry, involving solving triangles, suitable for high-school students? Most of the problems i found were pseudo-real problems ...
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How can I distribute an exam to a large class without a lockdown broswer such as Respondus/Proctorio?
I teach math in a small college with small endowment; we do not have lots of budget to go around. When giving a test to a large class, ideally one should print out the problem sheets ahead of time and ...
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What kind of sequence is between an arithmetic and a geometric sequence?
In school we teach arithmetic and geometric sequences. Students should notice that arithmetic sequences (with common difference greater than $0$) grow steadily, while geometric sequences (with common ...
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Reading popular books in undergraduate math classes: Techniques, assignments, methods?
When I was a senior in high school taking calculus, my teacher assigned us the book Zero: Biography of a dangerous Idea by Charles Seife. I found it inspiring to learn about the class in a historical ...
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Literature on mathematical intutiion
Is there any literature on mathematical intuition?
I would like to read the following, for example.
How to train intuition?
How to test intuition?
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