The best aspect of this course was the class structure, which al owed students to think logical y and understand the content without having to be so worried about grades. There was emphasis on the homework assignments and proofs in an independent format that encouraged independent learning. The worst aspects of the course included the lack of class lectures and the incessant reviews of the homework assignments. The course could improve if the professor gave detailed lectures from time to time and perhaps provided homework examples to students. Prospective students should be aware that this course includes weekly quizzes and homework, but involves no exams. Students interested in this course should be familiar with proofs and be prepared to spend a good amount of time on homework.

Multiple students praised this course for teaching students how to do mathematical proofs as well as having fair tests. Many students found the instructor lackluster, as some said he spoke too quickly while others said he seemed to merely copy material from the textbook onto the board during lectures. Suggestions for improvement included a desire from multiple students for greater support while learning and wishing the instructor deviated from the textbook during instruction. Prospective students should know that a math background was beneficial to success in the course.

Students felt that this course benefited from the clear delivery and helpfulness of the professor. Students found that the mid-term was especial y chal enging. Some students thought the class could be improved with better review or the availability of notes in preparation for the mid-term. Students wanted prospective participants for this class to know that this class requires substantial work, but that they found the course rewarding. 218

The best aspect of the course was the interesting and fairly challenging material. The worst aspects of the course were the dul lectures and the hard to fol ow professor. The lectures dwelt on lots of proofs and the professor was often difficult to understand while he was teaching. The course would improve if the professor would take his time to explain different types of problems and if there was a better supporting textbook for the class. Prospective students should ensure they attend al lectures and keep up with the homework assignments in this fairly challenging course. 190

Overall, students gave the material and the lectures of this course high marks. Some students thought the instructor was approachable and passionate. The subject is chal enging, and students ranked the homework and exams as the worst aspect in the course. Additional practice problems and a different textbook were suggested improvements in the course. Prospective students who enjoy math already will find this course challenging and rewarding.

The best aspects of the class included the chal enging but interesting material and the practice with proofs that the course afforded. Students praised the professor’s eagerness to help students learn, his ability to make difficult material easily intelligible, and his helpful feedback. Some students had problems getting to the once-per-week office hours, and others claimed that the exams were much more difficult than the homework. This class could be improved by returning homework with graded explanations in addition to offering students more practice exams. Prospective students should have taken Calculus II and should be familiar with proofs.