A hypothetical classroom discussion is used to present concepts and problems students can master. Three computer programs are listed for binomial probabilities. (MNS)

Calculating the deficit between big-league baseball teams, and using that answer to prove the relationship between games behind and the described deficit, are each considered. (MNS)

A four-hour Introduction to Robotics lecture and laboratory course is discussed. Features of the three robot types used in the course are described, as well as how they are used in instruction. A computer program listing and two sample team projects are included. (MNS)

Historical issues concerning the role of mathematics in the school curriculum are considered, with numerous examples illustrating varying emphases. (MNS)

The problem of managing the reserve of cobalt is presented, followed by a method for bringing the stockpiled amount from any level to a desired goal. Solving a stochastic programming problem is involved. The procedure is discussed in detail. (MNS)

Describes an activity designed to improve students' skills at solving mathematical word problems through an awareness of the pet overpopulation problem. Uses the concept of cumulative female offspring as a focal point in assisting students to analyze and work through word problems. (ML)

Presents an application of the binomial distribution in which the distribution is used to detect differences between the sensory properties of food products. Included is a BASIC computer program listing used to generate triangle and duo-trio test results. (JN)

A college mathematics course designed specifically for architecture students is described. The course covers many topics and includes discussions of the role of the mathematics in diverse areas of art and science. (SD)

Presented is the second of a two part series on the use of exponential functions. Discussed, with examples, is the exponential growth of compound interest problems. (SL)

Data from an electrocardiagram are analyzed mathematically in order to determine specific heart abnormalities. The mathematics behind one such problem is explained. (DT)

A worksheet is provided for helping students compute the distance a stewardess walks while serving meals to passengers. (DT)

Examines the mathematics of the exponential function and some examples of its application in analyzing inflation. (MLH)

Mathematics is playing an increasingly important role in business and industry. In this paper we present two case studies to illustrate the power and impact of mathematics in two important practical applications in New Zealand. The first case study describes the development of a mathematical optimization model to maximize the value of aluminum…

In this paper, a central claim will be that one of the most important influences that technology should have on mathematics education is that many of the most important goals of mathematics instruction should consist of helping students develop powerful, sharable, and re-usable conceptual technologies for constructing (and making sense) of complex…

A conception of discussing mathematical material in the domain of calculus is outlined. Applications include that university students work at their knowledge and prepare for their oral examinations by utilizing the dialog system. The conception is based upon three pillars. One central pillar is a knowledge base containing the collections of…