A
comprehensive alphabetized listing of the mathematical subjects.
Algebra
Algebra is often described as an extension of arithmetic. Instead of using
numbers, Algebra's operations of addition and multiplication are applied to
variables (symbols and or letters). In algebra, one uses a letter/symbol (variable)
for each unknown quantity of the problem
Geometry
Geometry is often
referred to as the measurement, properties, and relationships of points, lines,
angles, surfaces, and solids. Geometry is concerned with the physical shape
and dimensions of objects.
Calculus
Calculus is the
study of motion. This branch deals with with limits and the differentiation
and integration of functions of one or more variables. An advanced mathematics
in which changing values are studied.
Data Management
Systematic collection,
organization and analysis of data. One interprets data using a variety of methods
manually or on a computer. The evaluation and the drawing of conclusions based
on the analysis of the data.
Measurement
Early measurement
is the study of units and the counting of units. Usually the branch of mathematics
that deals with units of measure and conversions as well as capacity, volume
and mass.
Number Sense
Understanding of
number including a grasp of counting, numeral recognition, a complex system
of more-and-less relationships, part-whole relationships the role of special
numbers such as five and ten, connections between numbers and real quantities
and measures in the environment. Computational work dealing with fractions,
decimals and integers. And....much, much more.
Probability
Probability deals with the likelihood of an event happening in the future. Probability
is expressed as a number that can happen or cannot happen. Probability is expressed
as fractions, decimals, percentage, and as 'odds'.
Statistics is closely
related to data management. It is the study of the likelihood and probability
of events occurring based on known information and inferred by taking a limited
number of samples.
This glossary is expanding on
a regular basis.
