Using Mathematical Maturity to Shape our Teaching, our Careers and our Departments

TL;DR

This paper discusses the importance of mathematical maturity in a mathematician's career and explores innovative ways to leverage this concept for departmental and personal development.

Contribution

It introduces novel approaches to utilize mathematical maturity for improving teaching, career progression, and departmental growth.

Findings

Highlights the significance of mathematical maturity in professional development

Proposes unconventional methods to apply the concept in academic settings

Suggests strategies for departments to foster mathematical maturity

Abstract

Mathematical maturity is a key concept for the professional life of a mathematician. This paper is not only a brief discussion of the importance of mathematical maturity but also presents some unusual ways we can use the concept to help our departments and our careers.