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Math Jams
Math Jams are free online discussions hosted by Art of Problem Solving for a variety of purposes, including:
- Informational sessions about Art of Problem Solving classes.
- Review of the AMC and AIME competitions.
- Introductions to new topics in math and other areas of study.
- Special events, such as our annual discussions with admissions officers and professors from outstanding universities such as MIT, Carnegie Mellon, Stanford, and Duke.
To attend a Math Jam, simply sign in to Art of Problem Solving just before the Math Jam begins, and click on the Classroom bar that will appear on the screen. The Math Jam classroom will open 10 minutes before the Math Jam begins. (See Classroom System Requirements)
Our Math Jams are held in the same online classroom as our online courses. Click here to read more about how our online classroom works.
Participants in Math Jams must be signed in as Art of Problem Solving Community members to access the Math Jams. Click here to or set up a new account. The Math Jams and Community membership are free.
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Game Jam: Tame the Groofle
Instructor: Deven WareDifficulty Level: 1* (Introductory math)
7:30 pm ET
In this math jam, we’ll be playing a mathematical game where players compete to place numbers in a grid in a way that lures out the picky groofle. This game will involve plenty of strategy, logic, and number sense! No specific math background is necessary, all are welcome!
Casework 2: Overwhelming Evidence — A Text Adventure
Instructor: Mark RichardDifficulty Level: 2* (Introductory math)
7:30 pm ET
Join us for our fourth live text adventure Math Jam! Return to the world of a daring detective where a conniving computer (beep boop!, its name is mrichard) will help you along the way. By issuing commands, everyone in this math jam determines how the game will go as they work together to navigate the map, solve puzzles, and win! Will you find all the evidence you need? All are welcome to join even if you haven't attended a past text adventure!
What's Next After Beast Academy?
Instructor: Deven WareDifficulty Level: 2* (Introductory math)
7:30 pm ET
This Math Jam is for students who are close to finishing Beast Academy and getting ready to start Prealgebra 1. We'll work through some prealgebra problems, introduce you to the AoPS Online classroom, and then answer your questions about the class.
Mathcamp 2025 Qualifying Quiz Part 1 Math Jam, Problems 1 to 4
Difficulty Level: 5* (Intermediate math)7:00 pm ET
Join the Canada/USA Mathcamp staff for this exciting Math Jam, where they discuss solutions to Problems 1 to 4 of the 2025 Mathcamp Qualifying Quiz! Mathcamp is an intensive 5-week-long summer program for high school students. The Qualifying Quiz is the centerpiece of the Mathcamp application; the problems are designed to be fun, challenging, and thought-provoking. Anybody who's interested is welcome, whether you applied to Mathcamp this year or just want to talk about some cool problems with Mathcamp instructors. It'll be even more fun if you bring your own solutions so you can participate in the discussion during the Jam! (Join us tomorrow for problems 5 and 6.) Presenters: Mira Bernstein, Fred Johnson
Mathcamp 2025 Qualifying Quiz Part 2 Math Jam, Problems 5 and 6
Difficulty Level: 5* (Intermediate math)7:00 pm ET
Canada/USA Mathcamp staff will discuss solutions to Problems 5 and 6 of the 2025 Mathcamp Qualifying Quiz! Mathcamp is an intensive 5-week-long summer program for high school students. The Qualifying Quiz is the centerpiece of the Mathcamp application; the problems are designed to be fun, challenging, and thought-provoking. Anybody who's interested is welcome, whether you applied to Mathcamp this year or just want to talk about some cool problems with Mathcamp instructors. It'll be even more fun if you bring your own solutions so you can participate in the discussion during the Jam! Presenters: Neeraja Kulkarni, Dan Gulotta
Game Jam: Silent Auction!
Instructor: Deven WareDifficulty Level: 1* (Introductory math)
7:30 pm ET
Place your bids! It's time for another round of our mathematical game based around the concept of a silent auction. The class will compete to find the best bidding strategy. This game will include plenty of logic, strategy, and group communication! No specific math knowledge is necessary; all are welcome to join!
Game Jam: Operation Shuffle!
Instructor: Deven WareDifficulty Level: 1* (Introductory math)
7:30 pm ET
Come join us to play our second round of Operation Shuffle! If you enjoy number sense, logic, and a healthy dose of luck, this is the game for you. No specific math background is required; all are welcome.
* Difficulty Ratings
| 0 | No Math. Appropriate for all audiences. |
| 1-3 | Beginning Problem Solvers. Middle School, Algebra, Geometry, MATHCOUNTS, AMC 8 |
| 4-6 | Intermediate Problem Solvers. AMC10, AMC 12 |
| 7-10 | Advanced Problem Solvers. AIME, USAMO |
