Electronic Proceedings of the Fourteenth Annual International Conference on Technology in Collegiate MathematicsBaltimore, Maryland, November 1-4, 2001Paper P002
The Geometry in Space Project |
David A. Thomas
Department of Mathematical Sciences
Ball State University
Muncie, IN 47306-0490
USA
Phone: (765) 285-8813
Fax: (765) 285-1721
dthomas@bsu.edu
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Current efforts to reform mathematics and science education advocate the teaching of content in context
and the use of computer-based modeling and data analysis technologies. The Geometry in Space Project
focuses on geometric aspects of remote sensing using data analysis and modeling tools and scientific
data sets available to teachers and students at low or no cost. In particular, the Geometry in Space
Project seeks to awaken an interest in middle school and high school mathematics and science teachers
and students in the mathematics and science of remote sensing, one of NASA's most successful activities.
In so doing, we hope to promote and instill in this community a heightened sense of the value and timeliness
of geometry in today's scientific world.
Keyword(s): geometry, modeling
