What is “Exploration”? : A written paper that explores the math behind a persona

What is “Exploration”? : A written paper that explores the math behind a personal interest of your choice
Objective:
– To apply and transfer skills to alternate situations, to other areas of knowledge, and to future developments
– To appreciate the moral, social, and ethical implications of Mathematics
– To appreciate the international dimensions & universality of Mathematics
– Appreciate the contribution of Mathematics to other disciples
Specifics:
• 8-12 pages, excluding graphs, diagrams, bibliography, etc
• Should take around 10-15 hours outside of class time. This includes research, writing a draft, editing, etc.
• All sources must be cited in a bibliography.
• Not a regurgitation of facts or a historical essay.
• The target audience is your peers. Not expected to be a formal dissertation using ostentatious vocabulary.
• Use of some sort of mathematical technology or software is strongly encouraged
• You are expected to use any mathematics the level of this course
• Counts as test grade and a quiz grade in the 3rd Marking Period: final draft – 80 test points, first draft – 45 marks