It’s the No. 1 question asked of math teachers: “When will I ever use this stuff?” And in terms of upper-level math — conic sections, radicals, differentiation and the quadratic formula — the answer may very well be, “Not much.”
Math at Work Monday: Tiffany the Choir Director
Music adds such a level on enjoyment and creativity to life. As the Choir Director at Mad River Middle School, Tiffany Hesselbart sees this firsthand. In this field, it is essential for Tiffany and her students to understand basic math. Although math skills
Math at Work Monday: Tina the Corporate Secretary
Many of us work in what we call corporate America. A lot goes on behind the scenes that allows the workers to do their jobs effectively. Tina Boocher is a corporate secretary at her husband’s fabrication business, Boochers, Inc., a a
What, Where and How to do Mathematics
What, Where and How to do Mathematics What and Where is Mathematics….? Everyone is aware with the word math. But no one try to define what math is. If you are thinking that what the rubbish question is it, everyone
Why Math?
You’re here, so you must be a grownup and you must have some curiosity about math. Maybe you are a real, live math geek, who wants to see how I might screw up, water down or otherwise make a mess
Media
About Laura Laing An engaging and knowledgeable interview, Laura Laing has appeared in a variety of media outlets–including radio, newspapers, magazines, blogs and Twitter–talking about a variety of math-related topics. Here are just a few: Everyday math Laura has spoken with reporters,
Buy the Books
It all started with a phone call from my friend and colleague, Jennifer Lawler. Working as an editor at a small publishing house, she had one question for me: “Would you like to write a math book?” Would I? Heck
Math at Work Monday: Julie the Digital Marketing and Communications Professional
Today’s interview showcases my talk with Julie Pippert of Artful Media Group who has been in the business of marketing and communications for over 20 years. For the past 4 years she has been doing it digitally which is really
Math at Work Monday: Colleen the Academic Advisor
For students these days, GPA is everything — so you’d better get it right! Today I interviewed Colleen Angaiak who has been an academic advisor for eight years. She helps kids calculate their GPA, set goals for the future, and much
Math at Work Monday: Amy the Pastry Chef
Yummy, yummy in my tummy… the old saying goes. Amy Hassler has been a pastry chef for more than 10 years, and just interviewing her made my mouth water. What a fun job she has! I guess she’s a great example
Math at Work Monday: Matt the Quality Control Specialist
Quality in our car parts is important, would’t you say? I don’tknow about you, but I don’t want to drive down the road using mis-manufactured car parts. Today I had the pleasure of interviewing Matt Case who has been a
Math at Work Monday: Audrey the Birth Doula
As a woman, I know there is nothing more life-changing than giving birth to a child. It’s a time when you most need the support of people around you. You need encouragement. I had the pleasure of interviewing Audrey Kalman