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  1. Abacus, The :
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  2. Algebra :
    • Algebra, The Art of
      A history of algebra ‘from Al-Khwarizmi to Viète’.
    • Algebra Story and Word Problems
      Problems based on concepts and linked to varying levels of schooling. Interactive approach.
    • Free Algebra Tutorials !
      ‘If you have problems solving equations, simplifying expressions, working with fractions, radicals, polynomials … you have come to the right place ! We have lots of tutorials on all aspects of basic algebra - just click on the topic […] to display the tutorial. We provide these tutorials Free of charge.’
    • KryssTal : Pascal’s Triangle
      Calculations and algebra using a simple calculator. ‘By simple calculator I mean one that does the basics [+, -, x and ÷]. When you finish, you should be able to calculate quite difficult roots with this calculator.’
    • MathDork
      Introduction to algebra. Uses interactive resources.
  3. Ask a Mathematician :
    • Ask Dr Maths
      Student and teacher areas included. They answer Mathematical questions and let you find answers from FAQs.
    • Ask Mr Calculus
      Not just calculus but all subjects leading up to it.
  4. Calculus :
    • Aid for Calculus Index
      ‘ Typical Calculus topics and links to sample problems.’
    • Calculus Page, The
      An extensive listing of annotated links for students and instructors. Includes tutorials, problems, examination samples, animations, tools & software, history and more.
    • Karl’s Calculus Tutor
    • Mathematics Animated
      An extensive collection of animations demonstrating various aspects. Requires Quicktime to view.
    • Mathematics Online Tutorials
      Extensive tutorials for Pre-Calculus, Single Variable Calculus and Multi-Variable Calculus.
    • Textbooks :
      • Calculus
        An online text by Gilbert Strang. From MIT Open Courseware. It also has both an Instructor’s manual and a student Study Guide.
      • Visit the new Textbooks’ page for a listing of this and other area’s textbooks that are available for Free, either online or in downloadable format.
    • Tutorials for the Calculus Phobe
      ‘The tutorials […] explain calculus audio-visually, and are the equivalent of a personal tutoring session. More than just boring lectures, the topics come alive with Flash animation. To view a lesson, simply click on its name.’
  5. Decimals - and related fractions :
    • Decimal Fast Facts
      Simple text/diagrammatic presentation for handling decimals.
    • Decimals
      11 sets of lessons covering all areas from ‘Naming Decimals’ through ‘Dividing Decimals’ and ‘Place Values’ to ‘Equivalent Fractions & Decimals’. Very simple, easy presentation.
    • Decimals, Whole Numbers, and Exponents
      Similar to the other sites but in considerably more detail. Goes from Decimal numbers to square roots.
    • Kids Online Resources
      A collection of annotated links, covering fractions, decimals and percentages. Several of the sites are listed here.
  6. Dictionaries & Encyclopaedias :
  7. Famous Curves :
  8. Famous Mathematical People :
    • Archimedes
      ‘Eureka !’ man, involved in geometry and more. Considered one of the greatest mathematicians ever.
    • Babbage, Charles
      First developer/user of a ‘computer’.
    • Bernoulli, Jacob
      Developed a lot of the ideas on probability, logic and geometry.
    • Bhaskara
      Indian mathematician who developed a decimal system.
    • Boole, George
      Developer of Boolean logic.
    • Descartes, René
      Philosopher and developer of Cartesian geometry.
    • Escher, Maurits
      Developed thoughts on order and symmetry through tessellations.
    • Euclid of Alexandria
      Among other things, wrote ‘The Elements’, a compilation of mathematical knowledge.
    • Fibonacci, Leonardo
      Helped introduce Arabic numerals and a place value, decimal system to Europe. Fibonacci numbers.
    • Ibrahim, ibn Sinan
      Known for work on geometrical transformations and geometry linked with circles.
    • Leibniz, Gottfried Wilhelm
      First western mathematician to work with binary numbers.
    • Napier, John
      Inventor of logarithms.
    • Newton, Sir Isaac
      Differential and integral calculus foundations.
    • Pascal, Blaise
      Developed the first digital calculator and worked in other scientific areas.
    • Pythagoras of Samos
      Considered the ‘First pure Mathematician’ though little is really known of his own work.
    • Picard, Emile
      Made contributions in analytical geometry and differential equations.
    • Sridhara
      Indian discoverer of the importance of zero.
    • William of Ockham
      Known for mathematical logic centuries before it was further developed.
    • Yang Hui
      Used a decimal system in China during the 1200s.
    • For a ‘huge’ listing of people from around the world, involved in Mathematics since ancient times, go to :
  9. Fractions :
    • Fractions [1]
      Basics, adding, comparing, converting, dividing, multiplying, reducing, divisibility rules, relationships, subtracting.
    • Fractions [2]
      Extensive information. Done primarily in textual form giving quality information. 24 sections.
    • Fractions [3]
      Visual but slow loading. What is … , practice, equivalent fractions, reducing, improper and mixed numbers, multiply, divide, add, subtract.
    • Fresh Baked Fractions
      Uses a game, multiple levels. Choose the ‘odd man out’.
    • Visual Fractions
      Identify, rename, compare, add, subtract, multiply and divide. Done with visual representations.
    • Who Wants Pizza ?
      Information and practice activities. Several topic areas.
  10. Fun with Mathematics :
    • Aunty Maths
      For younger students, including an interactive activity which is changed every two weeks. Based on stories to do with ‘Aunty’.
    • Cool Maths
      Combination of calculators, games, puzzles, fractals and even lesson plans.
    • Curious Math
      Practical tricks to use in mathematics. Also ‘not so practical’ tricks.
    • Fun Maths
      Younger students can find a lot of mathematical activities that are fun.
    • Magic Squares
      The ubiquitous magic square. These are suitable for primary.
    • Mathematics Centre
      Brain teasers, puzzles, projects and other activities.
    • Mathetainment
      Have fun with mathematics - biographies, jokes, games, mathematical symbols.
    • Maths Comics
      Fun things to prove mathematics is not as boring as we thought it was !
    • Recreational Mathematics
      Links to mathematical games/activities designed for fun while learning. 10 sections plus links to other recreational sites. Maths jokes.
    • new !Tangrams
      Discover the history of tangrams, make tangrams, play puzzles, download material, access links to further information and puzzles.

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  1. Geometry - includes both 2D and 3D shapes and properties as well as general information and portal sites :
    • 3Dimensional Geometry
      Geared to higher levels. This is a series of annotated links to information, activities, explanations and more.
    • Circumference and Area of Circles
      A range of Free lessons [with additional able to be purchased from Maths Goodies] covering circumference and area.
    • Geometry
      A very simple home page leads to a wealth of information grouped in directories from Basic Terms to Space Figures and Basic Solids. Includes angles, figures, polygons, area, perimeter, coordinates and basic solids. Presentation is plain but clear.
    • Geometry Calculators
      Access a range of both Plane Geometry and Solid Geometry Calculators, 17 in all. There is also information about triangles - descriptors, formulae and calculators.
    • Geometry Glossary
      Part of a Thinkquest site.
    • Geometry Online
      ‘On these pages you will find activities for middle or high school geometry.’ Set out in directories from History to Impossible Triangles and a Glossary.
    • Geometric Shapes and Figures
      A listing of well annotated links to all aspects of geometrical figures including information and activities.
    • Geometric Solids and Their Properties
      An online, activity based series of lessons, with a solid mathematical basis.
    • Geometry Topics
      5 Major areas - Geometry Facts & Calculations, Area, Perimeter & Circumference, Surface Area and Volume. These are further broken down into specific topics, e.g., classifying triangles by angles, area of a parallelogram, circumference of a circle, surface area of a cube, volume of a cone.
    • K-12 Internet Geometry Resources
      A range of directories comprising annotated links to further information. Directories range from classroom materials, software, internet projects, interactive resources to discussion forums and more.
    • Perimeter
      ‘These sites include activities and lesson plans for measuring perimeter. The sites include interactive exercises, quizzes, games, and worksheets. There are eThemes resources on area of polygons and circumference.’
    • Perimeter & Area of Polygons
      A range of Free lessons [with additional able to be purchased from Maths Goodies] covering perimeter and area.
  2. General Sites & Portals :
    • APlus Maths
      Interactive site to help children learn about mathematics.
    • Brain Teaser Mathematics
      Resources, links, projects and more are provided, even links to textbooks.
    • Dave’s Math Tables [formerly]
      For senior students, the site provides functions, equations and formulae in mathematics.
    • ExploreLearning.com
      Fee-based. It provides assistance in a range of areas. A Free Trial allows you to assess its value.
    • Interactive Mathematics Miscellany & Puzzles
      Contains animations and resources. You need higher thinking skills to effectively use the activities. Collected puzzles and links are also included.
    • Internet Mathematics Library, The
      Grouped under the following headings : Mathematics Topics, Resources, Mathematics Education Topics.
    • Johnnie’s Maths Page
      ‘Links to Interactive Math Tools and Activities for Students and Teachers from Kindergarten through Middle School.’ 8 major areas are included.
    • Knot a Braid of Links
      Mathematics is not all figures and symbols. Look at these graphically interesting sites and you’ll see why.
    • Learning & Teaching Resources
      From the Victorian Department of Education & Early Childhood Development. Covers resources for all school levels, as well as elearning, learning diversity and adult education and training.
    • Math and Science Gateway
      ‘This Gateway provides links to resources in mathematics and science for educators and students in grades 9-12, although teachers of other levels may find these materials helpful.’
    • Mathguide
      Has sections for teachers [research, resources, standardised tests, worksheets], students [calculators, lessons, projects, puzzles] and special services [other links, materials list, Help Centre and QuickMail]. Worth visiting.
    • Maths Forum, The
      Math Resources by Subject - grouped under K-12, College and Advanced, then in directories, e.g. K-12 = Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Calculus, etc..
    • Maths Forum Student Centre, The
      For students. Done in grade levels [US]. Special Interest, Student Centre Highlights, Weekly/Monthly Challenges and Ask Dr Math.
    • +Plus Magazine
      ‘Plus magazine opens a window to the world of maths, with all its beauty and applications, by providing articles from the top mathematicians and science writers on topics as diverse as art, medicine, cosmology and sport.’ There is also news, fortnightly newsletter and an archive.
    • S.O.S. Maths
      ‘Your Free resource for math[s] review material from Algebra to Differential Equations. Perfect study site for high school, university and adult learners.’
    • WWW Maths Links
      Annotated links to resources, information and much more. Sites range from schools to individuals.
  3. History of Mathematics - Mathematic’s history from earliest times to the present. Among these are :

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M - R

  1. Mathematics Help :
    • new !An Even Start
      ‘An Even Start - National Tuition Program is one of a range of strategies to assist students who are not making satisfactory progress in literacy and numeracy. The program will run for a 12 month period in 2008 to assist students who did not meet 2007 national benchmarks in reading, writing or numeracy in years 3, 5 and 7.’ There is also a Private Tuition Website which has further information about this aspect of the scheme.
    • Free Mathematics How-to Library
      Help is provided for 12 areas of Mathematics from Algebra to Trigonometry. Each section has a range of specific topics which are covered, e.g. Algebra → Evaluating Expressions.
    • Math.com
      A site for help, formulae are explained, even an indicator on resources [though US based].
    • Mathematics Internet Library
      Part of the Student Internet Library [see Homework Helpers]. Links to mathematical assistance.
    • Maths.com : References
      Formulae and the history of mathematics. As well, there are a number of mathematical tools.
    • Maths for Morons Like Us
      Developed for Thinkquest. This helps you understand concepts better. Quizzes, sample problems, tutorials. Graphical or Text presentations.
    • Maths Nerds
      Answers to questions to the end of secondary, with a database of FAQs.
    • Measure 4 Measure
      Need to calculate, estimate, measure, etc. ? This is definitely worth visiting.
    • Online Mathematics
      Australian. Develops mathematical skills to HSC level. There is a cost in AU$, but it is reasonable. Access notes, past papers, a glossary, summaries, self-marking tests, a study guide and links to mathematics sites.
    • QuickMath Automatic Math Solutions
      ‘QuickMath is an automated service for answering … over the internet. Think of it as an online calculator. It solves equations and does all sorts of algebra and calculus problems - instantly and automatically ! Best of all, QuickMath is 100% Free !’
    • This is MEGA Mathematics
      For secondary students, but fun anyway. Created by experts from Los Alamos.
    • Visual Math Learning
      ‘A Free educational web site featuring an interactive on-line tutorial for teaching elementary mathematics and basic arithmetic for grades K-12 at the pre-algebra level.’
  2. Mathematics from Other Countries and Cultures :
  3. Numerals & Numbers - number systems - how they looked, when they were used, how they changed and more :
  4. Probability :
    • Powerhouse Museum : Gambling
      ‘Learn about mathematics and probability, as applied to lotto, instant scratchies, roulette and poker machines.’ Teachers section. Australian.
    • Probability Central
      A Thinkquest site. Looks at probability and clarifies your understanding. Play poker while you learn.
  5. Problem Solving :
    • Elementary Problem of the Week
      Designed to have primary level students look at non-routine problems and discuss how they solved them.
    • Kid’s Place Brain Teasers
      Problems in primary and secondary groupings. Look at them in different ways.
    • Mathematical Problems
      Wrap your brain around these.
    • Maths Challenge
      Suitable for the family. Cartoon characters pose various problems for you to solve.
    • Maths Problem Solving Task Centres
      By the Maths Association of Victoria. Problems for different levels of schooling and all aspects of problem solving.
    • Math Word Problems for Children
      If looking for word problems this is definitely a site to visit. 2 000+ to choose from. Sorted by difficulty level.
    • Word Problems For Kids
      ‘Word problems for students and teachers. Problems classified into grade levels from 5 to 12 - a set of carefully selected problems which can help you improve problem solving skills. You can get helpful hints by following the ‘hints link’.’
  6. Real Life Mathematics :
    • Introducing MegaMaths
      Real-life mathematics through fun activities based on everyday things.
    • Maths in Daily Life
      Concentrates on the practical usage of maths for skills and understanding as you ‘look at the language of numbers through common situations, such as playing games or cooking. Put your decision-making skills to the test by deciding whether buying or leasing a new car is right for you, and predict how much you can save for your retirement by using an interest calculator’.
    • Moneystuff
      Designed to help young people learn how to develop independent living skills and handle personal finances.
    • PUMAS - Practical Uses of Math and Science

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  1. Slide Rules :
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  2. Software : check the Educational Software page for listings of software for this area.
  3. Specific Mathematical Areas, Other :
    • [3.14ever - - ]
      Want to know anything about the value of PI ? This site gives you history, religious connections, interactive information and more.
    • Cuisenaire Learning Place
      For students at primary level.
    • Fractory, The
      A Thinkquest site. Looks at creating and exploring fractals.
    • TotallyTessellated
      An introduction to Tessellations. A Thinkquest site. Covers history and the basic maths behind them. Works with Escher tessellations.
    • Trigonometry :
    • Uniform Polyhedra
      Find information about a significant range of polyhedra with an animated presentation of each.
    • What’s Special About This Number ?
      Find a range of distinctive facts about numbers from 1 to 9 999. Links provide information about the specific fact and include examples of how to discover the information as well as what it is [e.g. 9 999 is a Kaprekar number].

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