The Portfolio

To demonstrate proficiency in mathematical writing, the student will prepare a portfolio consisting of three papers as described below. In each case, the paper must be approved by a committee of the Mathematics Department.

  1. Achievement of proficiency in mathematical writing at the sophomore level
    is to be demonstrated by a paper from a sophomore math course: usually, Math 225, 231, 326 or 345.
  2. Achievement of proficiency in mathematical writing at the junior level is to be demonstrated by a paper from a junior course: usually, Math 332, 339, 341-342, 345-346, 353-354, 361, or 372.
  3. Achievement of proficiency in mathematical writing at the senior level is to be demonstrated by the senior comprehensive paper, completed as part of the senior comprehensive project.
MATHEMATICAL WRITING PAGES:

Writing Home Page

Criteria for Good Writing in Mathematics

Mechanics of completing the Requirement

The Portfolio (Current Page)

The Process of Preparing the Fortfolio

Requirements and Mechanics for the Sophomore level
Requirements and Mechanics for the Junior level
The Senior Comprehensive Paper

Progress Reports

Overall Assessment
Standards

Resources for Mathematical Writing

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8/21/06