Math:
A+ Math
Flashcards, games based on Java, and a homework
helper section are available to teach basic
mathematical functions such addition,
subtraction, multiplication, division, reducing
fractions, and currency calculations at this
useful site.
Absurd Math
Award winning interactive game featuring
pre-algebra.
All Math
Analyze
Math
In-depth tutorials
COW: Calculus on the Web
Practice calculus. Students and register and
keep track of their progress.
Discovery School's Webmath
Allows students to enter their tough math
problems for explanations of how they are
solved.
Comprehensive encyclopedia of explanations of
math concepts.
Over 300 prescreened math links - check out
Recreational Puzzles, Mathematical Lego
Sculptures, and Math in the Movies
Math in Daily Life
This
site shows how math helps us in our daily lives.
It demonstrates math concepts such as
probability, compounding, growth, geometry, and
relationships in situations such as gambling,
savings and investing, population growth, home
decorating, and cooking. Links to other Web
sites of related math interests.
Math2.org
Contains a collection of math reference tables
that includes general math, algebra, geometry,
trigonometry, and statistics. In Spanish as
well as English and includes an English-Spanish
Math Dictionary.
A Math Dictionary
An
animated, interactive dictionary for students
which explains over 400 common mathematical
terms in simple language" that is full of fun
and educational examples.
The Mathematical Atlas: A
Gateway to Modern Mathematics
This
searchable site provides a collection of
articles about the many subfields of math and
includes definitions, brief biographies, and
explanations. Each topic includes a history,
related areas, and subfields as well as related
print and Internet resources.
Mathematical Imagery
Explores the connection between math, art and
architecture. Plus
Magazine
Shows how math is used in the real world. Practical Uses of
Math and Science
Prime Encyclopedia
Interesting, reliable and inspiring math information.
Science U/Geometry Center
Interactive exhibits, simulations & more.
Women Mathematicians
Includes biographies, links to prizes, awards,
and honors for women mathematicians.
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Business:
Young Money
Teen Consumer Scrapbook
Designed and researched
by students at Ellensburg High School in Ellensburg,
Washington state, this site provides consumer
information for teenagers. The site consists of
articles on topics such as buying a used car,
password protection, modeling agencies, cosmetics,
tattoos and piercing, cell phone plans, and credit
cards.
The Times 100
The Times 100 brings
business studies theory to life with case studies on
real companies, written by leading business studies
textbook authors." Resources include downloadable
study guides, a glossary, and quizzes. These
searchable and browseable British case studies
include studies of many businesses based in the
United States.
Consumer Protection
From the Bureau of
Consumer Protection of the Federal Trade Commission,
(FTC), this site is designed to protect consumers
from unfair practices. To this end, it provides many
helpful guides, tips, alerts, and warnings on a
variety of issues, ranging from advertising to
tobacco. It is possible to search this site for your
particular topic. All articles include an address to
write to for more help and information.
The Mint
An economics and money
management primer for students that addresses how to
earn, budget, save, and invest money. Covers the
stock market, credit cards, inflation, income,
expenses, interest rates, the relationship between
higher education and earning potential, and more.
Practical Money Skills for
Life
Divided into areas for
teachers, parents, students, and consumers, this
site deals with all aspects of managing money,
including spending plans, credit cards, and saving
and investing. There are budget calculators for
estimating savings and loan repayments, a banking
tutor, and games that teach different aspects of
money management. Some content available in Chinese
and Spanish.
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