MATH 685Math and Peace for Teachers

Units: 0.50
Level: Graduate
Faculty: Mathematics
Subject: Mathematics

When it runs

Ran in 2 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

Following a brief introduction to Peace Studies, the social implications of math and computer science are explored through a lens of peace theory. We examine how math and computer science can influence poverty, democracy, policing, environment, health and more. Participants in this course will articulate how to help their own students see math and computer science as a tool for good or evil. Only offered online.

Prerequisites

None listed.

Corequisites

Completed or concurrently enrolled in:
- MATH600 - Introduction to Mathematical Software for Teachers (0.25)
- MATH692 - Reading, Writing and Discovering Proofs (0.25)

Antirequisites

None listed.

Leads to

No course lists it as a requisite.

Fall 2026 sections

Enrolment from UW Open Data, which can trail Quest by up to two days. Instructors and rooms: Schedule of Classes.
Section	Class	Enrolled	Meets
LEC 081	8044	38 / 100	Online or by arrangement

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Calendar versions

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In 4 terms, Winter 2023 to Winter 2024