Descriptor
| Mathematical Applications | 5 |
| Mathematical Models | 5 |
| College Mathematics | 3 |
| Higher Education | 3 |
| Instruction | 2 |
| Mathematics Education | 2 |
| Problem Solving | 2 |
| Calculus | 1 |
| Computer Graphics | 1 |
| Computer Programs | 1 |
| Computers | 1 |
| More ▼ | |
Source
| Two-Year College Mathematics… | 5 |
Publication Type
| Journal Articles | 3 |
| Guides - Classroom - Teacher | 1 |
| Guides - Non-Classroom | 1 |
Education Level
Audience
| Practitioners | 1 |
Location
Laws, Policies, & Programs
Assessments and Surveys
What Works Clearinghouse Rating
Peer reviewedSloyer, Clifford – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1976
The meaning of an "application" of mathematics is examined and sample real-world mathematical problems are given. (DT)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Higher Education, Instruction, Mathematical Applications
Peer reviewedLong, Cliff; Norton, Vic – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1980
The application of Bezier polynomials in computer graphics to generate curves and surfaces is presented. The use of these curves to aid in the design of automobiles is featured, and a BASIC program designed to draw a simple caricature is included. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Computers, Geometric Concepts
Peer reviewedClark, Colin – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1973
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Depleted Resources, Economics
Peer reviewedBronson, Richard – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1982
The use of continuous simulation is promoted as a teaching tool in the undergraduate curriculum. Simulation, advances in continuous simulation, an approach to teaching system dynamics, computer languages deemed suitable for continuous simulation, and an outline of a prototypic first course in continuous simulation are presented. (MP)
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development, Educational Change, Higher Education
Peer reviewedBrazier, Gerald D. – Two-Year College Mathematics Journal, 1980
A model of competition probabilities using past performances of competitors against common opponents is constructed. Application to predicting victories in athletic competitions is also reviewed. (MP)
Descriptors: College Mathematics, Higher Education, Mathematical Applications, Mathematical Enrichment
