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Practical Uses of Math and Science

A collection of brief examples showing how math and science
topics taught in K-12 classes can be used in interesting settings,
including every day life.

 

Featured PUMAS Example

  • Modeling the Motions of the Earth, Moon and Sun

    The purpose of this lesson is for students to learn the relative motions of the Earth, Sun and Moon. Awareness of these different motions is needed to develop an understanding
    of the causes of the day/night cycle, the seasons and the cycle of lunar phases.

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The PUMAS examples are aimed primarily at helping pre-college teachers enrich their

presentation of topics in math and science.

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