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Ever wondered when you'll ever need to use algebra, geometry or
statistics in the real world? Or just need to practice your
math to improve your grades? This page will provide
a wide range of useful links that will-:
Show how Math is used effectively in the real world
Provide opportunities to use Math within the
community
Give you the opportunity to practice your Math
online!
Real
Life Applications-:
http://library.thinkquest.org/4116/ See how we use math in a range of disciplines like music and science.
http://www.k12.hi.us/~mathappl/ Great site that shows how math is used in many applications.
http://www.ams.org/careers/mathapps.html See how major companies use Math.
http://www.education-world.com/a_curr/curr148.shtml Answers the question of "Why do I need math?"
http://www.learner.org/exhibits/dailymath/ A look into Math in everyday life.
Community
Math-:
http://mathforum.org/ See how math helps the community at the math forum.
http://www.teachervision.fen.com/math/lesson-plan/8592.html Huge resource of math problems.
http://www.math.cornell.edu/Community/community.html See how schools can help the community with Math.
http://www.tki.org.nz/e/community/maths/ A resource of math community projects from New Zealand.
Interactive
Online Math-:
http://library.thinkquest.org/2647/ Great website that allows practice your skills in geometry and algebra.
http://www.k111.k12.il.us/King/math.htm MASSIVE math resource!!
http://harcourtschool.com/glossary/math_advantage/glossary1.html Online Math dictionary.
http://mathforum.org/dr.math/ Got a question?? Ask Dr. Math
http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/mathsfile/index.shtml Interactive math from the BBC.
http://www.funbrain.com/kidscenter.html Math games and puzzles from FunBrain.