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If you're new to Math Competitions it can be confusing. Here's some information to get you started!
If you're new to Math Competitions it can be confusing. Here's some information to get you started!
What is Competition Math?
What is Competition Math?
Competition Math is focused on problem-solving skills and critical thinking. Unlike School Math, Competition Math is more about grasping the true essence of a concept rather than just memorizing formulas.
Why should I do Competition Math?
Why should I do Competition Math?
Participating in Math Competitions can help students build problem-solving skills and critical thinking. These skills can be applied to any field, and not just math. On top of that, it can help students better understand concepts in Math because it focuses more on the "why" something works.
There are many different Math Competitions suited for all ages and levels. Here are some of them:
Mathcounts
Mathcounts
Mathcounts has competitions only for Middle Schoolers. Its competition season is split into four parts: School, Chapter, State, and National. It gets harder as the competition progresses to Nationals.
MAA
MAA
This is the Mathematical Association of America. It holds the American Mathematics Competition(AMC). It is directed toward middle and high schoolers, but all grades are welcome to join.
Mathleague
Mathleague
Mathleague has competitions for grades 3-12. It is split into three groups: 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12. It is a challenging competition with unique problems. Its competitions are held monthly throughout the school year.
What do the tests consist of?
What do the tests consist of?
The tests for each competition are different. However, each competition utilizes the same Math Concepts, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Some basic math skills required for each competition include but aren't limited to Mental Math, Logic and Reasoning, Algebra, Number Theory, and Geometry.
How do I get started?
How do I get started?
If you are interested in competition math, there are many ways for you to get involved. You could try to join a club at your school which takes part in Math Competitions. If your school doesn't have a club like this, you can try to join a math circle(https://mathcircles.org/map/). If neither of those works, there are competitions that you can participate in as an individual such as Mathleague(https://mathleague.org/).
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