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MathBench Biology Modules

Created by a group of educators at the University of Maryland, the goal of the MathBench Biology Modules is "to integrate quantitative approaches and mathematics more deeply into the undergraduate curriculum." As they note on their website "the modules are not full of equations and proofs. Instead we try to bring math to life using intuitive approaches, everyday situations, and even humor." First-time visitors to the site should click on one the "threads" on the homepage. These "threads" include population dynamics, visualization, and environmental science. The activities within each "thread" include interactive games, thought-provoking discussion questions, and activities. A great place to start is "Tragedy of the Commons" within the environmental science area. Visitors can also view their "Top Ten", which lays out the agenda for the MathBench modules in a simple list that includes such key concepts as "manipulate graphs" and "distill mathematical equations from a verbal description".
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November 11th, 2011
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November 11th, 2011 at 11:49am
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November 21st, 2011 at 12:56pm
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