Originally Posted by Ania
Spend 2 years on Geometry! Geometry is not really taught in american schools. One year of basics. Never returning to it again. Kids do not know how to write proofs. Even the smart ones do not know! So if you kid tells you that he knows or understands something intuitevily tell him to prove it. Prove it in two or three different ways!
That should cure any boredom...

This is why many rigorous math programs now require a year of Logic or its equivalent before starting Real Analysis. There is not a lot of difference between reading proofs and reading essays. At least, if the essays are logically written. This is why I believe that high verbal ability lends itself well to math achievement.

Last edited by Austin; 10/21/09 02:50 PM.