The author argues for teaching applicable mathematics," a source of models of proposed and postulated states of affairs. (MM)

The meaning of an "application" of mathematics is examined and sample real-world mathematical problems are given. (DT)

The approximate nature of measurement is stressed, with examples given of elementary school mathematics problems which confuse reality with its mathematical model. Examples relating measurement to mathematical structure are given. (DT)

This article describes a model icosidodecahedron made from cardboard and used as a lampshade. (MM)

An introductory mathematics course for liberal arts students was based on mathematical models and applications. The course outline is provided, and evaluation of the course is discussed. (SD)

Describes the usefulness of applying mathematical models to growth in one, two, or three dimensions to reveal the biological consequences of changes in the dimensions of organs or organisms. (AL)

A discussion of the relation between traffic density, speed and flow, used as an illustration of the ideas of functions and mathematical models. (MM)

A brief overview is presented of the use of soap bubbles to solve minimal problems. A new class of problems that can be solved with soap film models is presented. (MP)

Arguing that the teaching of stochastic processes should reflect the experience and reality of the student, the author urges concentration on fundamental ideas. The development of intuition should be encouraged, and to this end continuity in teaching and a spiralled curriculum are important. (SD)