Tips for Success:

1. Read the text.  The syllabus has a schedule of chapters that I intend to cover each week.  Reading ahead will prepare you for the discussion.

2. Work through the suggested exercises.  The syllabus also lists suggested exercises from each chapter in the text.  Go through these shortly after you've read the text and seen the corresponding lecture (or maybe before) and this practice should help you assimilate the material.  I will periodically post solutions to the exercises to aid you in your study.

3.  Participate in class.  Questions and comments are encouraged! I also occasionally hope to have some fun learning activities besides lecture to help illustrate various concepts as we proceed through the semester. The success (and fun) of these activities will depend on your participation.