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Kalman, Richard – Understanding Our Gifted, 2002
This article describes the Math Olympiads for Elementary and Middle School, Inc., a non-for profit public foundation dedicated to strengthening the education of gifted youngsters though mathematics competitions. The development of the Olympiads, the program's structure, and the benefits of competition are discussed. Sample questions and answers…
Descriptors: Competition, Elementary Secondary Education, Gifted, Group Activities
Download full textIsaacson, Jeffrey; Smith, Glenn – 1993
Mathematics contests, such as the American Mathematical Association of Two-Year Colleges' Student Mathematics League competition, are an excellent vehicle for identifying talented students and promoting mathematics scholarship. On-campus tournaments can supplement the Student Mathematics League national competition, by providing immediate feedback…
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Community Colleges, Competition, Mathematical Aptitude
