Approx. Ages 11-16 | Winter 2024

In this course, we will collaboratively work on problems from Sergey Dorichenko’s book A Moscow Math
Circle. The goals of the course (and book) are (1) to interest students in mathematics, (2) to show that
mathematics is beautiful, (3) to teach them to reason, (4) to distinguish a solution from a nonsolution,
and (5) to show students that they are able problem solvers. We will intersperse the problems with
some game problems, in which the solution is to figure out the winning strategy. There are two student
prerequisites for the course: desire and perseverance. In most Math Renaissance Math Circles, a major

goal is for students to develop frustration tolerance. We recommend that students enter this course
with some degree of frustration tolerance already established.

Tuition: $225
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