Innovations in mathematics teaching using GAP

GAP is open-source software and stands for Groups, Algorithms and Programming. GAP is a system for computing with discrete algebraic and combinatorial structures. Originally developed for use by researchers, it is now used to help University students investigate a wide range of abstract mathematical structures. Its hands-on approach enables deeper learning by students, as they explore a much larger range of examples than could be studied by hand.

logo for GAP 4 The pioneering work of St Andrews researchers has shaped GAP for over 20 years. Researchers across the Schools of Mathematics and Statistics and Computer Science developed and implemented its state-of-the-art algorithms, and are also heavily involved in developing the code which underpins the entire GAP system.

Explore the GAP website.