There has been much discussion on the place of statistics in schools. Is it part of mathematics or should it be regarded as a new and separate subject? (RK)

Describes development of an applied mathematics course in South Carolina that meshes concepts from students' vocational courses and mathematics principles. (CH)

Mathematical observations are made about some continuous curves, called transitions, encountered in well-known experiences. The transition parabola, the transition spiral, and the sidestep maneuver are presented. (MNS)

The author argues that a new approach to the teaching of statistics to bright students training for administrative careers is needed. (SD)

The functions of a mathematician in industry are analyzed and suggestions are given concerning the mathematical training that would be appropriate. (DT)

The problem of determining the distance that an object fell is analyzed. (DT)

The need for realistic applications to be included in mathematics courses is stressed. Several general examples of realistic problems are suggested. (DT)

This article describes a mathematics course in which industrial and governmental problems are addressed, studied, and solved by teams of students working under faculty supervision. (DT)

Retells the old story of the inventor of the chessboard who, as reward, is granted as much wheat as it takes to fill the 64 squares of the board, doubling the number of grains for each square. (WM)