Question
Question
Students will collaboratively brainstorm and identify intriguing questions related to number theory and proofs, focusing on creating clear, precise questions that can be thoroughly explored through various mathematical proof techniques.
Days 1 - 3
Design
Design
Students will collaboratively strategize a precise and systematic approach to construct mathematical proofs by outlining their plan, selecting appropriate techniques, and considering various angles for investigation while documenting their process for consistency and reproducibility.
Days 4 - 7
Collect
Collect
Students will systematically gather evidence in the form of proofs related to number theory conjectures, utilizing direct, contradiction, and mathematical induction methods, while documenting each step to ensure clarity and reproducibility for peer review.
Days 8 - 11
Analyze
Analyze
Students will utilize evidence-based reasoning to interpret their findings on mathematical proofs, identify any emerging patterns or anomalies, and collaboratively analyze their significance, while considering alternative interpretations and ensuring transparency in communication and methodology.
Days 12 - 16
Conclude
Conclude
Students will synthesize their findings by assembling a comprehensive report that highlights their proof techniques, discusses the conclusions drawn from their investigations, and recognizes any limitations or alternative interpretations of their results, while preparing a final presentation to share their completed work with the class.
Days 17 - 20
Question
Days 1–3
Day 1
Triangle Proof Puzzle
Launch
60m
Day 2
Refine Research Questions
Deliverable
Day 3
Design
Days 4–7
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Proof Strategy Blueprint
Deliverable
Background Knowledge Scan
Deliverable
Day 7
Collect
Days 8–11
Day 8
Proof Data Logs
Deliverable
Day 9
Day 10
Day 11
Methodology Check Quiz
Assessment
Analyze
Days 12–16
Day 12
Day 13
Day 14
Analyze Proof Data
Deliverable
Preliminary Findings Summary
Deliverable
Day 15
Day 16
Conclude
Days 17–20
Day 17
Day 18
Day 19
Reflection on Proof Journey
Deliverable
Day 20
Conjecture & Proof Symposium
Assessment
2m
September 2026
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
28
Day 1
Question
Triangle Proof Puzzle
29
Day 2
Refine Research Questions
30
Day 3
1
Day 4
Design
2
Day 5
October 2026
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
5
Day 6
Proof Strategy Blueprint
Background Knowledge Scan
6
Day 7
7
Day 8
Collect
Proof Data Logs
8
Day 9
9
Day 10
12
Day 11
Methodology Check Quiz
13
Day 12
Analyze
14
Day 13
15
Day 14
Analyze Proof Data
Preliminary Findings Summary
16
Day 15
19
Day 16
20
Day 17
Conclude
21
Day 18
22
Day 19
Reflection on Proof Journey
23
Day 20
Conjecture & Proof Symposium