Stone Hill math Tournament May 1st week
Session Structure
Each session will be 1.5 hours, comprising the following components:
Lecture (30-50 minutes)
- Instructor-led presentation of focused topics
- Sample problem solving with interactive class discussion
Short Break (10-15 minutes)
- Demonstration of interesting math-related topics designed to engagestudents
- Exemplary topics may include Monty Hall, Infinity, Zeller’s Algorithm,Math Tricks, Countdown Round, etc.
Group Activities and Consulting (30-50 minutes)
- Small group practice and review on targeted problem sets
- Individual consulting while students work in groups (later weeks)Session Structure and Lecture Topics may vary based on the instructor’s observation of the class needs and progress
Lecture Topics
Session 1: Introduction
- MATHCOUNTS Overview
- Sprint and Target Rounds
- Format and Question Types
- Pre-Assessment
Session 2: Common Topics I – Arithmetic, Algebra
- Averages
- Defining New Rules
- Rate Problems
- DiƯerences of Squares
Session 3: Tips and Strategies I – Problem Solving
- Problem Defining (Key Info and Distractor)
- Proactive Thinking
- Planning (Plunging-in Bias, Confirmation Bias)
- Problem Reduction
Session 4: Common Topics II - Number Theory, Sequences, Series
- Divisibility Rules
- Base Conversion
- Pattern Recognition
- Base-Case and Recursion
Session 5: Tips and Strategies II – Test Taking
- Time Management
- Skipping Problems
- Reviewing Answers
- Mental Math and Rapid Calculation
- Stress and Negative Emotion Management
- Using Calculator (Target Round)
Session 6: Common Topics III - Geometry
- Properties of Angles, Right Triangles, Circles
- Plane Geometry
- Solid Geometry
Session 7: Tips and Strategies III – Test Preparation
- Self-Examination and Goal Setting
- Routine Development
- Image Training and Winning Mentality
- EƯicient and Targeted Practice
- Collaborative Work
- Mental and Physical Endurance
Session 8: Common Topics IV – Counting and Combinatorics
- Counting Paths, Shapes, Sets
- Inclusion-Exclusion Principle
Session 9: Tips and Strategies IV – Boosting Score
- Understanding the Purpose of Problem
- Capitalizing on the Intentions of Problem
- Be the Test Maker
- Estimation and Educated Guessing
Session 10: Common Topics V – Proportions and Probability
- Ratios and Percentage
- Simple Probability
Session 11: Common Topics – Conclusion
- Recap of Common Topics
- Post-Assessment
Session 12: Tips and Strategies – Conclusion & Consulting
- Recap of Tips and Strategies
- Individual Consulting