Mathematics
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MATH - 4 YEARS
Although instruction covers the traditional topics in mathematics – algebra, trigonometry, geometry, and calculus – it differs substantially in approach. Sometimes called “teaching to the problem,” this approach stresses the process rather than the product of mathematical thinking. It invites students to ask their own questions and to formulate their own solutions. It encourages them to work in groups, solving problems together. The creative use of technology is an important ingredient in negotiating this process, employing computers, calculators, and the Internet. At the same time, students are exposed to the ancient and medieval roots of mathematics. And they delve into the mysteries of probability by learning the wages of chance. In the senior year students who qualify can take the Advanced Placement course in calculus. The math department also holds special, after school, SAT preparation courses for juniors and first trimester seniors.
MATH DEPARTMENT FACULTY:
Goderdzi Pruidze - Diploma with Honors in Mathematics, Tbilisi State University, 1996; MS (Mathematics), Louisiana State University, 2004. Appointed 2011.
Irma Chelidze - BA in Physics and Mathematics, Tbilisi State University, 2000; M. Ed., Harvard University, 2002. Appointed 2001.
David Shapakidze - Diploma with Honors in Physics, Tbilisi State University, 1994; PhD in Physics, Warsaw University, Poland, 2001; Candidate of Physics and Mathematics, Acad. E. Kharadze Abastumani National Astrophysical Observatory, 2002. Appointed 2005.
Sopio Chkheidze- Diploma in Economics, DePauw University (USA) and Georgian Technical University, 2013; M.A. in Educational Administration, Ilia State University, 2015. Appointed 2020.
Vasil Godabrelidze - B.S. Applied Mathematics and Computer Sciences. Tbilisi State University, Tbilisi, Georgia 2004. M.S. Mathematics, University of Alaska Fairbanks, USA, 2008. M.S. Petroleum Engineering, University of Alaska Fairbanks, USA, 2010. Appointed 2017.
Lasha Kokilashvili - Diploma with Honors in Mathematics, Tbilisi State University, 1993; Candidate of Sciences in Physics and Mathematics, A. Razmadze Math Institute, 1999; MScEd Simmons College, Boston, MA, 2003; Doctoral studies in Education Policy, Planning & Leadership, Center for International Education (CIE) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, 2012-2014. Doctoral Candidate, the Center for International Education (CIE) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, 2019; Worked at GZAAT in 2003-2011. Reappointed in 2014.
