Using Carcassonne in Upper-Level Math Courses
Primary Submission Contact
Tim DeRolf
Faculty Sponsor
Mindy Capaldi
Faculty Sponsor Email Address
mindy.capaldi@valpo.edu
College
Arts and Sciences
Department/Program
Mathematics & Statistics
Document Type
Poster Presentation
Date
Fall 10-25-2019
Abstract
Board games offer a myriad of educational opportunities for students at all levels. This research explores potential connections between the game Carcassonne, a competitive tile laying game, and topics in mathematics such as abstract algebra and topology. Through researching these connections, students in upper-level math courses can understand concepts beyond the surface level. Areas explored in abstract algebra include binary operations and group structures. Areas explored in topology include topological spaces and equivalences. This work is a continuation of Dr. Tiffany Kolba and Dr. Mindy Capaldi’s statistical examination of Carcassonne.
Recommended Citation
DeRolf, Timothy, "Using Carcassonne in Upper-Level Math Courses" (2019). Fall Interdisciplinary Research Symposium. 119.
https://scholar.valpo.edu/fires/119
Additional Presentation Information
Wall Poster
Biographical Information about Author(s)
Timothy DeRolf is a third-year mathematics major from Munster, IN. Originally a meteorology major, he transitioned into a mathematics major with the aim of becoming a professor. Timothy enjoys researching board games because they offer a fresh insight on instructional methods for a classroom. He hopes to use his undergraduate research experience in his future career.