Module 2 Introduction to R and Pair Programming part of Oceans in the News:Oceans in the News – Polar Ocean Science, Data, and the Media
This unit is designed to take students with no programming experience and introduce them to R, a programming environment commonly used by scientists for analyzing and visualizing data. By introducing students to ...

Using functions in an introductory geoscience course part of Quantitative Skills:Activity Collection
A template and two exercises (CO2 and population growth) designed to increase the graphical literacy of students in introductory geoscience and mathematics courses.

Problem Solving for Middle School Teachers part of CUREnet:CURE Collection
The primary goal of this class is for the students to creatively engage in mathematical investigations which provide the opportunity to integrate and apply previously learned mathematical knowledge to non-routine problems. We will examine a variety of strategies and skills that can be used to explore the fascinating world of mathematical problem solving. The course will cultivate students' habits of mind with respect to dissecting challenging mathematical problems for the purpose of solving them, as well as extending them by posing new related problems. Students will be expected to justify their solution methods through both written and oral presentations, demonstrating knowledge of reasoning and proof, mathematical communication, and mathematical connections. Each student will be expected to take an active role in all parts of the class. The assignments and activities are designed to enhance your understanding, appreciation, and practical experience of exploring and solving problems.

World Population Activity II: Excel part of Starting Point-Teaching Entry Level Geoscience:Mathematical and Statistical Models:Mathematical and Statistical Models Examples
(Activity 2 of 2)In this intermediate Excel tutorial students import UNEP World population data/projections, graph this data, and then compare it to the mathematical model of logistic growth. -