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Science/Math/Education is for educational web sites of interest to educators, parents, students and professionals emphasizing the teaching or learning of various aspects of math or math topics.

The best sites will try to teach or instruct about math, though clear, easy-to-follow explanations of topics are useful as well.

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Resources in This Category

• Alasdair's Musings

  http://amca01.wordpress.com/
  A blog discussing matters relating to mathematics education, mainly at the tertiary level, with discussions on software, and sometimes from an Australian perspective.

• An Invitation To Mathematics

  http://members.tripod.com/learnmath/
  A free tutorial that explains difficult algebra, trigonometry and calculus concepts to beginning middle/high school students in a simplified way that they can understand and use.

• Answering Mathematics Helper

  http://www.answermath.com/
  Exercise tool to practice addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, trigonometry and fuzzy logic problems.

• Better Explained

  http://betterexplained.com/
  Descriptions of a variety of topics from arithmetic to calculus using examples and historical connotations. Includes graphs and diagrams.

• BrainTrax

  http://braintrax.mst.edu/
  Offers assistance in algebra, geometry, trigonometry and calculus. Contains real-world examples, detailed example problems, and interactive features. Internet Explorer 5.0+ on a Windows PC is required.

• Bymath.com

  http://www.bymath.com/
  Online mathematical high school. Includes sections of curriculum of elementary mathematics and practice tests.

• Canadian Mathematical Society - Math Projects for Science Fairs

  http://cms.math.ca/Education/mpsf/
  Offers ideas for contestants for various topics such as numbers, time scheduling, games, geometry, and combinatorics.

• Children's Mathematics

  http://www.childrens-mathematics.net/
  A network of teachers, educators and students interested in supporting and developing children's early graphic interpretations of mathematical concepts.

• Chisenbop Tutorial

  http://www.cs.iupui.edu/~aharris/chis/chis.html
  A method of doing basic arithmetic using the fingers that is attributed to the Korean tradition.

• Common Errors in Undergraduate Mathematics

  http://www.math.vanderbilt.edu/~schectex/commerrs/
  Describes the errors seen most frequently in undergraduate mathematics, the most likely causes and remedies. Avoid these in order to improve class performance.

• Computer Based Math

  http://computerbasedmath.org/
  Project to rebuild mathematics education with computer-based computation.

• Coolmath.com

  http://www.coolmath.com/
  An amusement park of mathematics. Puzzles and number problems, fractals, geometry, calculus, algebra, online games, online calculators, and links.

• Cornell University: Historical Math Monographs

  http://historical.library.cornell.edu/math/
  Digital images of many famous and important math texts Indexed by author and title.

• Count On

  http://www.counton.org/
  Features games, puzzles and competitions for all ages. Details of events, an online maths museum, newspaper and magazines. Resources for parents and teachers.

• Create a Test

  http://www.createatest.co.uk/
  Generates GCSE and IGCSE maths papers on request, for using in secondary schools.

• Curious Math

  http://www.curiousmath.com/
  Tricks and rules for quickly calculating certain types of problems. Also has some entertaining trivia and facts that are nice to slip into casual conversation.

• Cut the Knot: Interactive Mathematics Miscellany and Puzzles

  http://cut-the-knot.com/
  Features instructional games and puzzles based on a variety of math topics. Includes more serious articles about the language of math and related links.

• Cynthia Lanius: Fractals

  http://math.rice.edu/~lanius/frac/
  Features class exercises and lessons or making fractals. Includes explanation of this unique image and types of formulas that are used to create it.

• Dyscalculia

  http://www.dyscalculiainfo.org/
  Explains what this math learning difficulty is, signs of a child having this disease, and basic screening topics.

• Dyscalculia

  http://www.dyscalculia.org/
  Learning disability that inverts numeral digits, making it difficult to do basic math functions. Teaching and learning tips for memorizing formulas; working on exercises and taking tests; articles on learning disorders; links to related resources.

• GCSE Maths Revision

  http://www.revisionworld.co.uk/gcse-revision/maths
  Features brief reviews of basic math concepts, from numbers and fractions to probability and statistics. Also, includes formula page and help forum.

• Gelatinous Vector Components

  http://www.madsci.org/experiments/archive/854443128.Ma.html
  Meant for Grade 7-9 (age 12-14), younger and older. This experiment demonstrates the x and y components of a vector force.

• Interactive Math Server

  http://wims.unice.fr/~wims/wims.cgi
  Interactive exercises, online calculators and plotters, mathematical recreations. Available in French and English.

• K-12 Activities

  http://www.nyu.edu/pages/mathmol/K_12.html
  MathMol (Mathematics and Molecules) is designed to serve as an introductory starting point for K-12 students and teachers interested in the field of molecular modeling and its application to mathematics.

• Keith Devlin - The Math Guy

  http://www.stanford.edu/~kdevlin/MathGuy.html
  The professor is a regular visitor to NPR's Weekend Edition, where he discusses math topics, both popular and theoretical. Includes links to NPR segments for this show since 1995.

• Math and Other Resources for New Chicago Teachers

  http://www.gocatgo.com/math/math.resources.html
  Links to resources on math and teaching math in Chicago public schools.

• Math as Language

  http://www.cut-the-knot.com/language/index.shtml
  A brief discussion of math lingo and how it is different from regular communications. Includes additional resource links.

• Math Centre

  http://www.mathcentre.ac.uk/
  Free mathematics support materials for UK university professionals and students.

• Math Forum Quick Reference

  http://mathforum.org/special.html
  Resources for teaching all levels of K-12 math.

• Math Help

  http://2000clicks.com/MathHelp/
  Tips and techniques for sixth grade math through high school, and offers one-on-one help for math students using a variety of methods.

• Math in Daily Life

  http://www.learner.org/interactives/dailymath/
  Virtual exhibit looks at the ways people use math every day, from cooking to planning for retirement. Offers teachers labs and workshops.

• Math Magic

  http://mathforum.org/mathmagic/
  K-12 telecommunications project motivates students to use computer technology while increasing problem-solving strategies and communications skills. Posts challenges in four categories (k-3, 4-6, 7-9 and 10-12) to trigger each registered team to pair up with another team and engage in a problem-solving dialog.

• Math Skills

  http://www.hull.ac.uk/mathskills/
  Provides regular newsletters, survey data, a discussion group and conference details, as well as resource lists.

• Math.com

  http://www.math.com/
  Homework help, tutoring, and formulas.

• Mathematics Learning and Assessment

  http://www.hull.ac.uk/mathskills/themes/theme3/mathskill.html
  Sharing Innovative Practices. A report on innovations at various UK universities.

• Mathematics Reference

  http://www.alcyone.com/max/reference/maths/index.html
  Trigonometry identities and calculus rules for integration and differentiation.

• Mathguide

  http://www.mathguide.com/
  A mathematics-related, one-stop website for interactive lessons, puzzles, educational issues, terminology, help, projects and lessons.

• Mathnasium

  http://www.mathnasium.com/
  Offers math tutoring for kids from preschool to high school. Locations across the United States and in 15 countries around the world.

• MathSphere

  http://www.mathsphere.com/
  For teachers and parents to download practice worksheets and tests to improve children's achievement. Competitions, children's pages and children's contributions.

• MathWorld Interactive

  http://mathforum.org/mathworld/
  Participating students from all over the world work on open-ended word problems called MathWorld Interactive Challenges. During the cycle, students discuss, share ideas, meet each other, and ask questions on the he MathWorld Interactive Message Boards.

• MCA's Free Online Math Lessons

  http://www.staff.vu.edu.au/mcaonline/units/index.html
  Features selected learning modules for arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, statistics and probability. Includes some resource links.

• Mortensen Math

  http://www.mortensenmathdirect.com/
  Products designed for a mathematics curriculum by an educator and mathematician. Includes online activities for kids.

• Murderous Maths

  http://www.murderousmaths.co.uk/
  Books, games, hints, tricks.

• Nabla

  http://www.nabla.hr/
  Mathematics online learning resource for students of secondary schools, high schools, colleges and universities.

• Natural Math

  http://www.naturalmath.com/
  To create and then develop an environment for learning mathematics. Articles, software tools and links.

• Navigational Vectors

  http://www.k12science.org/curriculum/vectors/
  Interactive site allows students to solve a real world problem using science and mathematics. Learn about vectors by using real-time weather maps and by tracking real planes flying in the U.S. skies.

• Newsgroup k12.ed.math

  http://www.thinkspot.net/k12math/
  Web page for the newsgroup k12.ed.math. Contains the charter, FAQ and other information about the newsgroup.

• NRICH

  http://nrich.maths.org/
  Online resource for learners and teachers, featuring groups of themed problems, children's solutions and support for teachers.

• Numeracy

  http://mathforum.org/epigone/numeracy/
  Those interested and involved in adult mathematical literacy may find helpful input at the numeracy discussion list.

• Pre-Sessional Maths

  http://www.lboro.ac.uk/faculty/eng/maths/
  Refresher programme at Loughborough University.

• Primary Arithmetic, or Math

  http://www3.telus.net/public/m.games/welcome.html
  Four booklets that one can easily copy: one of math games for ages 4-8, two about teaching early math, and one that is more general. Some worksheets, number charts.

• Problem of the Week

  http://www.theproblemsite.com/problems/maml/
  Creative and challenging math problems appropriate for high school students, updated often (usually weekly). Questions are archived.

• Project Links

  http://links.math.rpi.edu/
  Contains modules for probability and statistics, discreet math, linear systems and advanced calculus. Developed by the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

• QELP Web Site

  http://www.seattlecentral.org/qelp/
  Quantitative Environmental Learning Project (QELP) at Seattle Central Community College. Resources to integrate math and environmental science in college classrooms.

• Reaching the Second Tier: Learning and Teaching Styles in College Education

  http://www.ncsu.edu/felder-public/Papers/Secondtier.html
  Discusses the study conducted by Sheila Tobias about two groups of science students that are separated by personal math class experience. Also, explains ways to discover a student's strong point as far as assimilating and processing knowledge.

• S.O.S. Math

  http://www.sosmath.com/
  Contains tutorials covering algebra, geometry, calculus, differential equations, matrices, and complex variables. Reviews the most important results, techniques and formulas. Presented in worksheet format and require active participation. Includes practice quizzes and forum board.

• SimCalc Project

  http://www.simcalc.umassd.edu/
  Proposes a democritization of the learning of calculus through a combination of technology and curriculum reform. Main focus is to make basic concepts accessible to a variety of students by using a more intuitive approach. Includes information about current school projects. Also, lists online publications (in PDF format).

• Slates, Sliderules and Software - Teaching Math in America

  http://americanhistory.si.edu/teachingmath/html/101.htm
  Covers the use of chalk boards, geometrical models, rulers, and, calculators and computers to assist the teaching of mathematical concepts. Explains the overseas influence in education and America's additional contribution to the use of these tools. Article is from the Smithsonian Institute.

• Study Skills Online

  http://www.brunel.ac.uk/~mastmmg/ssguide/sshome.htm
  An electronic guide to some of the best ways to study by Martin Greenhow, Brunel University.

• Super Maths World

  http://www.supermathsworld.com/
  Interactive maths games.

• Teachers' Lab - Patterns in Mathematics

  http://www.learner.org/teacherslab/math/patterns/index.html
  Teachers explore how patterns occur in numbers and in words in this interactive lab.

• The Living Mathematics Project

  http://sunsite.ubc.ca/LivingMathematics/V001N01/UBCExamples/
  Working to apply recent advances in computer programming languages and the technology of the World Wide Web to construct a new medium for the communication of Mathematics. Includes links to several visualization sites. [Java.]

• The Math Page

  http://www.themathpage.com/
  Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry and calculus lessons. From Lawrence Spector from the Borough of Manhattan Community College, The City University of New York.

• The Mathematics of Cartography

  http://math.rice.edu/~lanius/pres/map/
  Learning math through maps.

• The Online Math Tests Home Page

  http://mathonline.missouri.edu/
  Contains interactive tests in algebra, geometry and trigonometry for students preparing to go to college.

• The Online Test Page

  http://www.saab.org/saab_org.cgi
  Interactive mathematics and verbal online tests.

• The STIMULUS Project

  http://www.stimulus.maths.org/
  STIMULUS - peer assisted learning (PAL) through visits to schools. University students visit schools to share with school students their enthusiasm for science, engineering, computers, mathematics or medical sciences and, guided by experienced teachers, to assist the pupils in their school work.

• The Student Support Centre (UK) Ltd

  http://www.student-support.co.uk/
  Home based learning materials to supplement classroom work using Maths and English videos for ages 5-18. With over 40,000 students the results speak for themselves.

• The Wonders of Vedic Mathematics

  http://vedmaths.tripod.com/
  An alternative way of learning mathematics based on Sanskrit religious texts.

• Transum

  http://www.transum.org/Software/
  Free maths teaching and learning resources designed for both students and teachers in upper primary and lower secondary schools. Includes the "Starter of the Day".

• Truth About Math Standards and Math Reform

  http://www.wgquirk.com/
  Essays opposed to NCTM Standards-based math reform, with a number of essays by Bill Quirk.

• Vectors by the University of Guelph

  http://www.physics.uoguelph.ca/tutorials/vectors/vectors.html
  Explanations notations, arithmetic operations, rules and the relationship to Cartesian graphs.

• Visual Mathematics

  http://members.tripod.com/vismath/
  Visual Mathematics is a forum for the dialogue between artists and scientists.

• Waldomaths

  http://www.waldomaths.com/
  Interactive mathematics with Java applets and videos, written by a teacher, for the teaching and independent learning of secondary-level mathematics.

• Xocxoc

  http://mathmistakes.com/
  Glossary of mathematical mistakes; quotes; puzzles and problems; links.

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