COMAP Math

Think math is just numbers and formulas? Think again! Math modeling brings real-world problems into the classroom to get your students thinking, solving, and creating. Start here 👉 comap.com/blog/item/gett… #MathTeacher #MathModeling #Math #ITeachMath

Most people are very confident in their March Madness bracket... for about 48 hours. That’s not failure. That’s modeling. And a really simple way to bring real-world math modeling into the classroom. 🔗 comap.org/blog/item/marc… #MathModeling #MarchMadness #MathTeacher

The new issue of Consortium is here. It features Modeling the Best Location for Heli-Hydrants and Fire Stations modeling pull-out, new contest results, and a lot more! Take a look: comap.org/resources/free… #MathModeling #STEM #AppliedMath

Are you dreaming of launching a #SmallBiz, or are you looking to optimize your existing one? Make more informed decisions based on mathematical modeling. Read more here 👉 comap.com/blog/item/set-… #MathModeling #Math

🎉 Happy Pi Day! One number that connects geometry, physics, engineering, and many of the mathematical models used to study the real world. And it also happens to look pretty good in a pie! #PiDay #Math #MathModeling

Teachers, are you looking for ways to bring real-world problem-solving into your classroom? Check out the blog here: comap.com/blog/item/adap… #MathModeling #MathTeacher #ITeachMath #Math

The number 13 has a reputation. But mathematically, it might be one of the most interesting numbers around. 13 is a lucky number, a fortunate number, and a happy number. COMAP's Ben Galluzzo explains why 13 might be the best number. comap.org/blog/item/numb… #Math #NumberTheory

🚨 We're working on the March edition of our newsletter... it's packed with math modeling resources, contest news, and stories you won’t want to miss. Not on the list yet? Now’s the time to join. Sign up here 👉 comap.org/newsletter #MathModeling #MathTeacher #Math

A deceptively simple #math question has challenged mathematicians for decades: if several runners move at different speeds around a track, will each runner eventually be “lonely?" Meaning, far enough away from the others? Read more from @QuantaMagazine: quantamagazine.org/new-strides-ma…

"One of the pleasures of looking at the world through mathematical eyes is that you can see certain patterns that would otherwise be hidden." - Steven Strogatz Want more math quotes? Click here: comap.com/blog/item/math… #quotes #mathquotes #mathteacher #mathstudent #math

Next time you're waiting in the security line at the airport, you might be wondering how #airlines create flight schedules that balance efficiency, cost, and passenger demand... it’s #MathModeling in action! Read more: comap.com/blog/item/math… #STEM #Math

Looking for a way to make math feel real? A math trail turns your school grounds or local community into a living laboratory. Students measure, estimate, question, and model what they see. Here’s how to get started: comap.org/blog/blog-2/it… #MathTeacher #AppliedMath #MathModel

Problem solving is at the heart of so much of what we do, from designing a sustainable city to optimizing public health strategies. But how do you train your brain to think like a problem solver? Read more: comap.org/blog/blog-2/it… #MathModeling #ProblemSolving

What do Julius Caesar, Yoda quotes, and modern cybersecurity have in common? 👀 Our Introduction to Cryptography module brings math and mystery to life in the classroom. Read more: comap.com/blog/item/caes… #MathModeling #Cryptography #STEM #MathTeacher

Before liftoff, someone had to calculate reentry. In this Year of Math spotlight, we explore how Katherine Johnson’s modeling work helped make spaceflight possible, and what it teaches us about modeling today. Read more: comap.org/blog/blog-2/it… #YearOfMath #MathModeling #NASA

Data science isn’t just about algorithms. It’s about learning to think like a modeler. Amanda Beecher breaks down why #MathModeling is such a powerful foundation for #DataScience students, and how educators can build those skills early. Read the post: comap.org/blog/blog-2/it…

What’s a problem that’s been bugging you lately? That’s often where math modeling starts: questioning assumptions, constraints, and hidden variables. Maybe it’s not just a complaint. Maybe it’s a problem worth modeling. Read more: comap.org/blog/blog-2/it… #MathModeling #STEM

Math modeling does more than strengthen problem-solving. It gives students a way to test interests, discover strengths, and prepare for real-world careers. 👉 Read more: comap.org/blog/blog-2/it… #MathModeling #CareerDevelopment #ProblemSolving

Can a math model be biased? We often assume math is neutral. But models reflect assumptions, data choices, and decisions. Before asking if a model is “right,” ask: what did we decide along the way? Read more: comap.org/blog/blog-2/it… #Math #MathModeling #CriticalThinking

AI can compute fast. But when math requires structured reasoning and modeling? It still struggles. This article highlights how large language models stumble on complex, multi-step math problems. Read more: phys.org/news/2026-02-a… #AI #Math