Popular Links & Free Resources
- National Council of Teachers of Mathematics - This site is the go-to resource for mathematics teachers. It includes a variety of lesson plans, professional development resources, and research
- Wolfram Alpha - This computational engine can solve many types of mathematical problems. It's a great tool for checking work and understanding the steps in complex problems
- MathOverflow - A question and answer site for professional mathematicians
- Comprehensive List of Mathematical Symbols - A list of mathematical symbols from rapidtables.com
Guide to Math Research
The Research Cycle
1. Explore your topic
Before you decide on a topic, it is a good idea to do some background research. The Library has many resources that can help you begin!
2. Refine your topic
Once you've done some research, you can start digging deeper to refine your topic.
3.Search for sources
After you have refined your topic, it's time to start searching for sources. Consider the types of materials you might need.
4. Evaluate your sources
It is important to evaluate your sources before using them in an assignment. Does your professor require you to have scholarly sources or the most recent research? This is where the limiters in QuickSearch can help you.
5. Write
Connect your sources with your own analysis and thoughts to present a convincing argument.