Mathematical Modeling Summer Programs

Although it feels as through at the last minute we were asked to put together a mathematical modeling summer program for a school in Carmel, CA, it was worth the effort. It was a nice experience to think about and to create such a summer program. This article suggests a straw man to create such a program.

First, it would be nice to have a full week or at least 2 to 2 Ω days for a workshop for mathematics teachers in our schools. It would be nice to have sponsorship so that the teachers could get a small stipend in addition to the workshop materials. Our coverage was similar to the following:

• Present a modeling problem of interest in the area or to society

• Present mathematical Tools & examples (standards) and technology

• Have participants work on model

• Discuss and share results

We want to get the teachers excited, so they can get their students excited about mathematical modeling.

The following is our schedule for a two-day workshop.