Mathematics Links

Annenberg/CPB Math and Science Project --This professional resource provides a searchable database of more than 1,500 reform initiatives, resources, organizations, and conferences.

Ask an Expert -- links to a list of educational links by subject material experts who will assist in study inquiries.

Ask Dr. Math

Catalog of Mathematics Resources on WWW & the Internet  --Compiled by Dr. M. Maheswaran of the University of Wisconsin, this is one of the most comprehensive math collections on the WWW.

California Mathematics Homepage  -- Developed for K-12 mathematics teachers and students in California, this site includes sections on Real World Mathematics and Numbers in Search of a Problem.  An excellent professional site!

Calculators On-line Center -- the absolute last word in online calculators with over 5,000 examples

The Currency Exchange Calculator -- lists over 200 countries and their currencies; calculates exchanges according to current rates

Dave's Math Tables --This award-winning site provides useful tables and functions for general to advanced math students. Includes discussion groups and recommended links.

e-Math --From the American Mathematical Society, this site provides useful professional resources and information for math educators (e.g., NCTM's latest draft of the Standards document, what's new, and research tools.

Edmund J. Sass Math Site -- Along with numberous links to mathematics-related sites, there are links to math-related rubrics.

Eisenhower National Clearinghouse (ENC) --From Ohio State and the U.S. Department of Education, ENC Online includes Interactive Mathematics Online (activities for exploring algebra, geometry, and chaos); WebQuests (inquiry-oriented web-based activities created by teachers); Interactive Mathematics Miscellany (puzzles and games).

Fun Mathematics Lessons -- This site, by Rice University math instructor Cynthia Lanius, offers a set of tutorials and lessons on interesting topics ranging from cartography, algebra, geometry and problem solving to calculus.

Furman University's Mathematics Quotation Server

A Gallery of Interactive On-Line Geometry --self explanatory.  Try it out for yourself.

Global Schoolhouse -- source of projects, activities and additional links

The Inflation Calculator --see how the value of money has changed in America between any two years from 1800 to 1995

Interactive Mathematics Miscellany and Puzzles -- Courtesy of Alexander Bogomolny, this site provides puzzles, problems and lots of mathematical games with fascinating theory added.

Investigating Patterns Symmetry and Tessellations -- great activities using these mathematical principles

Kathy Schrock's Guide for Educators -- good resources for class discussions and projects

MacTutor History of Mathematics Archive --Created and maintained by John O'Connor and Edmund F. Robertson at the University of St. Andrew's, this site includes biographies of mathematicians, an overview of the history of mathematics, in-depth articles on key events, quotations, a searchable database, and links to other history of mathematics sites

Math-abundance --This witty site offers tutorials on topics from pre-Algebra through Calculus.

Math.com -- lessons and resources for math teachers; algebra worksheets and SAT, ACT test preps can be generated online.

Math Goodies -- interactive math lessons, shareware

Math & Science Gateway --Cornell Theory Center Math and Science Gateway.  This site provides an excellent list of annotated sites on the following topics:  General Mathematics; History of Mathematics, Geometry; Fractals; Tables, Constants, and Definitions, and Mathematics Software.

Math Forum --From Swarthmore College. Supported by the NSF, this award-winning site aims to "build an online community of teachers, students, researchers, parents, educators, and citizens who have an interest in math and math education."  Includes Ask Dr. Math, discussion groups, Problems of the Week, Teacher2Teacher, curriculum ideas, and more.  Comprehensive, well-organized site, excellent!  Be sure to check out our favorite components.

Math in Daily Life -- yes, it's true, there are mathematical concepts we use throughout our lives; this interactive exhibit features articles about how math affects daily decision-making.

Mathematical Poetry, a Small Anthology --  compiled by Kate Stange

Mathematics Archives --From the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, this site includes links to Topics in Mathematics, Software, Teaching Materials, and Professional Resources.

Mathematics Lessons Database   --A searchable database of Internet-based lessons in mathematics and programs related to the teaching of mathematics.

Mathematics Links   --Sponsored by the University of Missouri-Columbia College of Education, this site offers links to a variety of math information resources (e.g. the history of algebra, links to math journals, an online math dictionary, and a virtual abacus).  Fun to explore.

MathMagic on the Web --Developed by Alan Hodson, MathMagic is a K-12 telecommunications project for teams of students at all grade levels.  It seeks to develop problem-solving strategies and communications skills.

Measure 4 Measure -- over 100 interactive sites that "estimate, calculate, evaluate, translate or convert" with numbers

Midwest Mathematics and Science Consortium -- MSC provides resources and exemplary projects integrating math and science for elementary, middle, and high school students."

Mission Critical -- a project of The Institute of Teaching and Learning that offers tutorials on logic and thinking skills.

National Council of Teachers of Mathematics --An excellent professional resource.  Includes information on math standards, regional conferences, additional bibliographic resources and more.

National Debt Clock --- updated every 5 minutes

PBS MATHLINE --"PBS MATHLINE is a teacher resource service of public television utilizing the power of telecommunications to provide quality resources and services to teachers of mathematics, grades K-12."  It includes a professional development program.

Statistics Every Writer Should Know --Terms explained, examples given; Per Capita and rates, Standard deviation and normal distribution; Margin of error and Confidence interval; Data analysis.  Sample sizes--how can a survey tell you what 250 million are thinking?  Much more.

TERC -- TERC, a nonprofit research and development organization committed to improving mathematics and science learning and teaching, includes information relating to hot topics in mathematics and science education, descriptions of new projects, and research studies.

Totally Tessellated --Introduction to tessellations. Examples by Escher.  Links to other sites.

U.S.Census Bureau World POPClock -- world's population updated monthly

Vintage Calculators--All types of calculating instruments are here along with the history of mechanical and electronic devices, troncets and their manufacturers.

Visual Math for Java, Symbmath -- Visual Math is a Java Applet that serves as a graphic calculator, equation-solver, and more.   SymbMath is a symbolic calculator and computer algebra systems that can perform exact numeric, symbolic and graphic computation.

WebMath -- Developed by Tom Bensky, PhD., this ambitious and creative site provides homework problem-solving help for students at various levels, including Calculus!

What Good is Math? --Created by students at the University of Richmond, this site helps teachers and students answer the question "When will I ever use math?"  Includes a variety of fun online activities that demonstrate the importance of math in daily life.

Zona Land -- links to resources in algebra, geometry and physics.

Statistical Information
FEDSTATS --From the Federal Interagency Council on Statistical Policy, this site provides easy access to statistical information produced by more than 70 agencies in the United States Government.

Statistical Resources on the Web -- Courtesy of the University of Michigan's Document Center, this student friendly site presents statistics on everything from agriculture to weather.

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Last Updated:4/2/2003