Unlocking the Mystery: Mathematical Modeling in Secondary Classrooms

Do you need new ideas for teaching mathematical modeling? Or are you ready to incorporate mathematical modeling into your daily classroom lessons but aren’t quite sure where to start? This comprehensive resource will get you started and expand your repertoire. Through authentic scenarios and practical ideas that engage students’ imaginations, authors Michelle Cirillo and John A. Pelesko equip secondary teachers with tools needed to be comfortable with mathematical modeling and explore the topic in a way that’s both inspiring and prepares students for STEM careers. Learn the nuts and bolts of effective mathematical modeling instruction and how to use mathematical modeling to answer real-world questions in this invaluable resource and important contribution to mathematics education.