Mathematics Links

Algebra Online If you're taking algebra and need some help, or just want more information, you can check out this site. It has a lot of hints, help, and examples to make algebra easier...and maybe even more fun.

American Mathematical Society Online mathematical resources for professional mathematicians, professors, and more. A complete online list of members, member services, mathematics journals, papers, and much more. An invaluable resource.

Appetizers and Lessons for Math and Reason Features online classrooms in logic and mathematics.

Ask Dr. Math On this site, suitable for elementary through college students (and beyond), you can read through others' questions regarding math. If your question has not been answered there, send it in for an answer by one of 100 math doctors from around the world.

Chaos Theory A great explanation of chaos theory. Definitely check out the "Brief Intro" which is understandable with examples and history. Another paper, "Fractional Dimetia" is also included.

Circles of Light: The Mathematics of Rainbows This is a series of explanations and experiments with light refraction, reflection, and characteristics of travel. It's straightforward and informative with helpful figures to go along with the text. All of it is nicely tied together in that, combined, the principles explain rainbows.

ENC - Eisenhower National Clearinghouse for Math and Science This site provides teachers with ways to increase their effectiveness with lessons, activities, articles, and the highlighting of 13 outstanding sites every month.

The Geometry Center Lots and lots of math-based computing activities. Some really cool stuff!

History of Mathematics The title pretty much explains it all. You can find information by subject, region, or timeline. Plus, there are links to many other web sites on the history of mathematics, mathematics in general, and books.

In A World Of Order... CHAOS Reigns! Devoted to the Chaos Theory, this colorful page offers information on the theory's history, real life examples, a glossary of chaos terminology, diagrams, fractals... all the CHAOS you could want.

Institute for Mathematics and its Applications Site dedicated to identifying problems and areas of mathematical research needed in other sciences.

Interactive Mathematics Miscellany and Puzzles This is a good site, especially for those who feel they 'hate math' or can't be any good at it. It has a very good essay on the fear of math so many people seem to have and provides games and puzzles dealing with arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and probability. Another great feature is the CTK Exchange for questions and answers.

The Mathematical Association of America Site of the world's largest organization devoted to the interests of collegiate mathematics.

Mathematically Correct This amusingly named site pertains to "the invasion of our schools by the New-New Math". Interesting reading. Worth a visit.

Mathematics Archive This site contains software and materials for teaching college mathematics; a great resource for teachers and students alike. And it's very nicely done.

MathMagic on the Web An interactive site targeting grades K-12. It's designed to encourage participation in problem solving through the Web. Very impressive, and a neat idea besides.

MathsNet If you take pleasure in mathematics, you'll love MathsNet. Put up by a UK math teacher/department head, MathsNet offers articles, debate, puzzles, teacher resources, and animations, plus full pages on such topics as logo, spreadsheets, and graphs. Interesting, straightforward, and easy to use.

Megamath Elementary school math lessons and material are available on this site.

The Mid-Atlantic Eisenhower Consortium for Mathematics & Science Education As part of the national effort to improve math and science performances of U.S. students, the Consortium offers math and science resources, news, and events to educators in the Mid-Atlantic Region and across the country.

Office for Mathematics, Science, and Technology Education The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign has put together a site which includes K-12 Internet-based math lessons which you can search by grade level and subject.

The Prime Page (An Index of Information on Prime Numbers) This is a really good place to start if you're interested in prime numbers. It includes: a definition of a prime number, largest known primes (including the newest, discovered in 1996), how to find them, theorems, and the Reimann hypothesis.

SciEd: Science and Mathematics Education Resources This is a really extensive list of Science and Math links specifically designed with the educator in mind.

Statistics for K-12 Students Lessons and useful information for teaching statistics to students in grades K-12. Nice breakout of information.

Steve's Math Resources This page is for students seeking help and information on Differential Equations, Finite Math, College Algebra, and Calculus I. A great source of help and information.

Symmetry and Pattern: The Art of Oriental Carpets A joint project of The Textile Museum and The Math Forum, this site teaches about symmetry and pattern and their manipulation in the art of Oriental rug weaving. In addition to explanations and a rug gallery, there are classroom activities and related links.

Women In Mathematics A great source for women interested in mathematics or computer science, but also includes areas such as physics, engineering and women's issues.

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