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COMAP, the Consortium for Mathematics and Its Applications, is an award-winning non-profit organization whose mission is to improve mathematics education.
Some math problems are hard. Others? They’re truly unsolvable, like the Busy Beaver.
What does uncomputable mean, and how can we teach it?
Read the blog: www.comap.org/blog/item/wh...
#MathModeling #CriticalThinking #MathTeacher
What does uncomputable mean, and how can we teach it?
Read the blog: www.comap.org/blog/item/wh...
#MathModeling #CriticalThinking #MathTeacher
February 6, 2026 at 7:12 PM
Some math problems are hard. Others? They’re truly unsolvable, like the Busy Beaver.
What does uncomputable mean, and how can we teach it?
Read the blog: www.comap.org/blog/item/wh...
#MathModeling #CriticalThinking #MathTeacher
What does uncomputable mean, and how can we teach it?
Read the blog: www.comap.org/blog/item/wh...
#MathModeling #CriticalThinking #MathTeacher
Math modeling isn’t just for textbooks... it’s behind breakthroughs in science, tech, healthcare, and beyond.
We’ve rounded up 8 real-world examples that show just how powerful mathematical modeling can be.
Read more: www.comap.com/blog/item/ma...
#MathModeling #MathTeacher #STEM
We’ve rounded up 8 real-world examples that show just how powerful mathematical modeling can be.
Read more: www.comap.com/blog/item/ma...
#MathModeling #MathTeacher #STEM
February 5, 2026 at 6:31 PM
Math modeling isn’t just for textbooks... it’s behind breakthroughs in science, tech, healthcare, and beyond.
We’ve rounded up 8 real-world examples that show just how powerful mathematical modeling can be.
Read more: www.comap.com/blog/item/ma...
#MathModeling #MathTeacher #STEM
We’ve rounded up 8 real-world examples that show just how powerful mathematical modeling can be.
Read more: www.comap.com/blog/item/ma...
#MathModeling #MathTeacher #STEM
🤔 What starts with “What if?” can turn into powerful mathematical thinking.
This post explores how asking the right question shapes the entire problem-solving process, and why it matters in classrooms and beyond.
👉 Read more: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #Math
This post explores how asking the right question shapes the entire problem-solving process, and why it matters in classrooms and beyond.
👉 Read more: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #Math
February 4, 2026 at 4:28 PM
🤔 What starts with “What if?” can turn into powerful mathematical thinking.
This post explores how asking the right question shapes the entire problem-solving process, and why it matters in classrooms and beyond.
👉 Read more: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #Math
This post explores how asking the right question shapes the entire problem-solving process, and why it matters in classrooms and beyond.
👉 Read more: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #Math
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February 3, 2026 at 7:21 PM
Are you subscribed to our monthly newsletter? It's packed with math modeling resources, contest news, and stories you won’t want to miss.
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#MathModeling #MathTeacher #Math
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#MathModeling #MathTeacher #Math
Modeling complex systems as networks is helping crack long-standing problems about waves.
A great example from Quanta Magazine on how #appliedmath + structure-focused thinking drives discovery.
Read more: www.quantamagazine.org/networks-hol...
A great example from Quanta Magazine on how #appliedmath + structure-focused thinking drives discovery.
Read more: www.quantamagazine.org/networks-hol...
February 2, 2026 at 2:46 PM
Modeling complex systems as networks is helping crack long-standing problems about waves.
A great example from Quanta Magazine on how #appliedmath + structure-focused thinking drives discovery.
Read more: www.quantamagazine.org/networks-hol...
A great example from Quanta Magazine on how #appliedmath + structure-focused thinking drives discovery.
Read more: www.quantamagazine.org/networks-hol...
What if MCM®/ICM® teams designed the world?
From transportation to sustainability to decision-making under uncertainty, this post looks at how modeling trains students to think differently about complex systems.
🔗 Read more: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #MathContest
From transportation to sustainability to decision-making under uncertainty, this post looks at how modeling trains students to think differently about complex systems.
🔗 Read more: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #MathContest
January 29, 2026 at 4:35 PM
What if MCM®/ICM® teams designed the world?
From transportation to sustainability to decision-making under uncertainty, this post looks at how modeling trains students to think differently about complex systems.
🔗 Read more: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #MathContest
From transportation to sustainability to decision-making under uncertainty, this post looks at how modeling trains students to think differently about complex systems.
🔗 Read more: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #MathContest
⏰ One day left to register for MCM/ICM! Registration closes at 3:00 p.m. EST on Thursday, January 29.
But there's still time!
Register now: mcmcontest.org
#MathModeling #MathContest
But there's still time!
Register now: mcmcontest.org
#MathModeling #MathContest
January 28, 2026 at 12:29 PM
⏰ One day left to register for MCM/ICM! Registration closes at 3:00 p.m. EST on Thursday, January 29.
But there's still time!
Register now: mcmcontest.org
#MathModeling #MathContest
But there's still time!
Register now: mcmcontest.org
#MathModeling #MathContest
How do you bring math modeling into the classroom? 📚
This blog explores ways educators can integrate math modeling into curriculum to boost critical thinking and connect learning to the real world.
👉 Read more: www.comap.org/blog/item/ma...
#MathModeling #STEM #MathTeacher
This blog explores ways educators can integrate math modeling into curriculum to boost critical thinking and connect learning to the real world.
👉 Read more: www.comap.org/blog/item/ma...
#MathModeling #STEM #MathTeacher
January 27, 2026 at 12:40 PM
How do you bring math modeling into the classroom? 📚
This blog explores ways educators can integrate math modeling into curriculum to boost critical thinking and connect learning to the real world.
👉 Read more: www.comap.org/blog/item/ma...
#MathModeling #STEM #MathTeacher
This blog explores ways educators can integrate math modeling into curriculum to boost critical thinking and connect learning to the real world.
👉 Read more: www.comap.org/blog/item/ma...
#MathModeling #STEM #MathTeacher
Math modeling can open doors. From internships to grad school to career opportunities, the skills students gain through modeling contests translate into real-world success.
Read more about how math modeling contests can boost your career: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling
Read more about how math modeling contests can boost your career: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling
January 26, 2026 at 8:46 PM
Math modeling can open doors. From internships to grad school to career opportunities, the skills students gain through modeling contests translate into real-world success.
Read more about how math modeling contests can boost your career: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling
Read more about how math modeling contests can boost your career: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling
📣 The 2025 HiMCM® and MidMCM results are in!
Congratulations to all participating teams, advisors, and schools.
Read more: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #MathContest
Congratulations to all participating teams, advisors, and schools.
Read more: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #MathContest
January 23, 2026 at 6:58 PM
📣 The 2025 HiMCM® and MidMCM results are in!
Congratulations to all participating teams, advisors, and schools.
Read more: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #MathContest
Congratulations to all participating teams, advisors, and schools.
Read more: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #MathContest
🚨 The countdown is on! MCM/ICM starts in just 7 days.
Students tackle open-ended, real-world problems that demand mathematical thinking, teamwork, and clear communication.
Learn more and register here 👉 www.mcmcontest.org
#MathModeling #MathContest
Students tackle open-ended, real-world problems that demand mathematical thinking, teamwork, and clear communication.
Learn more and register here 👉 www.mcmcontest.org
#MathModeling #MathContest
January 22, 2026 at 2:22 PM
🚨 The countdown is on! MCM/ICM starts in just 7 days.
Students tackle open-ended, real-world problems that demand mathematical thinking, teamwork, and clear communication.
Learn more and register here 👉 www.mcmcontest.org
#MathModeling #MathContest
Students tackle open-ended, real-world problems that demand mathematical thinking, teamwork, and clear communication.
Learn more and register here 👉 www.mcmcontest.org
#MathModeling #MathContest
This Quanta Magazine article on Carina Curto explores how mathematical modeling and physics-style thinking help make sense of complex brain systems, and why crossing disciplines leads to better questions.
Read more: www.quantamagazine.org/mathematicia...
#MathModeling #Neuroscience
Read more: www.quantamagazine.org/mathematicia...
#MathModeling #Neuroscience
January 21, 2026 at 3:45 PM
This Quanta Magazine article on Carina Curto explores how mathematical modeling and physics-style thinking help make sense of complex brain systems, and why crossing disciplines leads to better questions.
Read more: www.quantamagazine.org/mathematicia...
#MathModeling #Neuroscience
Read more: www.quantamagazine.org/mathematicia...
#MathModeling #Neuroscience
Strong writing isn’t just a language arts skill. It’s a math one, too.
When students model real-world problems, they practice clear thinking, structured reasoning, and effective communication.
Read more:
www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#Math #MathModeling #WritingSkills
When students model real-world problems, they practice clear thinking, structured reasoning, and effective communication.
Read more:
www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#Math #MathModeling #WritingSkills
January 20, 2026 at 2:41 PM
Strong writing isn’t just a language arts skill. It’s a math one, too.
When students model real-world problems, they practice clear thinking, structured reasoning, and effective communication.
Read more:
www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#Math #MathModeling #WritingSkills
When students model real-world problems, they practice clear thinking, structured reasoning, and effective communication.
Read more:
www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#Math #MathModeling #WritingSkills
On the fence about whether a #mathcontest, like our MCM/ICM math modeling contest, is right for you? Then this is a must-read!
Read the post: www.comap.com/blog/item/10...
#Math #MathModeling
Read the post: www.comap.com/blog/item/10...
#Math #MathModeling
January 16, 2026 at 6:15 PM
On the fence about whether a #mathcontest, like our MCM/ICM math modeling contest, is right for you? Then this is a must-read!
Read the post: www.comap.com/blog/item/10...
#Math #MathModeling
Read the post: www.comap.com/blog/item/10...
#Math #MathModeling
⏰ The MCM/ICM #MathModeling contest is just two weeks away!! Teams of up to three students address one of six problem choices over the period of the contest weekend. Are you ready for the challenge? Register now!
🗓️ Jan 29-Feb 2, 2026
🔗 mcmcontest.org
#Math #STEM #MathContest
🗓️ Jan 29-Feb 2, 2026
🔗 mcmcontest.org
#Math #STEM #MathContest
January 15, 2026 at 6:04 PM
⏰ The MCM/ICM #MathModeling contest is just two weeks away!! Teams of up to three students address one of six problem choices over the period of the contest weekend. Are you ready for the challenge? Register now!
🗓️ Jan 29-Feb 2, 2026
🔗 mcmcontest.org
#Math #STEM #MathContest
🗓️ Jan 29-Feb 2, 2026
🔗 mcmcontest.org
#Math #STEM #MathContest
Did you miss the MCM/ICM Information Session? Catch up on everything you need to know about this year’s contests.
Watch the full recording, review the slides, and explore our FAQ recap: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #MathContest
Watch the full recording, review the slides, and explore our FAQ recap: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #MathContest
January 14, 2026 at 6:41 PM
Did you miss the MCM/ICM Information Session? Catch up on everything you need to know about this year’s contests.
Watch the full recording, review the slides, and explore our FAQ recap: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #MathContest
Watch the full recording, review the slides, and explore our FAQ recap: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #MathContest
Last chance to register for our MCM/ICM Information Session for advisors happening TODAY (Jan 12 @ 1pm ET) for new and experienced advisors. Find out what matters most during the contest!
Register now: comap.org/webinar
#MathModeling #MathContest
Register now: comap.org/webinar
#MathModeling #MathContest
January 12, 2026 at 1:27 PM
Last chance to register for our MCM/ICM Information Session for advisors happening TODAY (Jan 12 @ 1pm ET) for new and experienced advisors. Find out what matters most during the contest!
Register now: comap.org/webinar
#MathModeling #MathContest
Register now: comap.org/webinar
#MathModeling #MathContest
What does it take to think like a mathematical modeler?
We break down the Mathematical Modeling Mindset and why it matters for students, educators, and problem solvers everywhere.
Read it here: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #STEM #Education #ProblemSolving
We break down the Mathematical Modeling Mindset and why it matters for students, educators, and problem solvers everywhere.
Read it here: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #STEM #Education #ProblemSolving
January 9, 2026 at 5:07 PM
What does it take to think like a mathematical modeler?
We break down the Mathematical Modeling Mindset and why it matters for students, educators, and problem solvers everywhere.
Read it here: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #STEM #Education #ProblemSolving
We break down the Mathematical Modeling Mindset and why it matters for students, educators, and problem solvers everywhere.
Read it here: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #STEM #Education #ProblemSolving
🚨 We are hosting a live MCM/ICM Information Session for advisors on Jan 12. The session focuses on what matters most during the contest, and is applicable for new and experienced advisors.
Get more info and register today: comap.org/webinar
#MathModeling #MathContest
Get more info and register today: comap.org/webinar
#MathModeling #MathContest
January 8, 2026 at 12:17 PM
🚨 We are hosting a live MCM/ICM Information Session for advisors on Jan 12. The session focuses on what matters most during the contest, and is applicable for new and experienced advisors.
Get more info and register today: comap.org/webinar
#MathModeling #MathContest
Get more info and register today: comap.org/webinar
#MathModeling #MathContest
It was a pleasure to celebrate COMAP's award recipients at #JMM2026! Eric Marland, Jennifer Suh, and Dan Teague have made lasting contributions to mathematics education,.
Read more: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #MathEducation
Read more: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #MathEducation
January 7, 2026 at 12:21 PM
It was a pleasure to celebrate COMAP's award recipients at #JMM2026! Eric Marland, Jennifer Suh, and Dan Teague have made lasting contributions to mathematics education,.
Read more: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #MathEducation
Read more: www.comap.org/blog/blog-2/...
#MathModeling #MathEducation
We're at #JMM2026! Come visit us at Booth 433 to learn about our contests, memberships & publications.
👉 See our JMM sessions here: www.comap.org/resources/co...
#Math #MathModeling
👉 See our JMM sessions here: www.comap.org/resources/co...
#Math #MathModeling
January 5, 2026 at 12:22 PM
We're at #JMM2026! Come visit us at Booth 433 to learn about our contests, memberships & publications.
👉 See our JMM sessions here: www.comap.org/resources/co...
#Math #MathModeling
👉 See our JMM sessions here: www.comap.org/resources/co...
#Math #MathModeling
Happy New Year from all of us at COMAP! 🎉
Here’s to another year of curiosity, collaboration, and using mathematics to make sense of the world. We’re excited for what 2026 will bring.
Here’s to another year of curiosity, collaboration, and using mathematics to make sense of the world. We’re excited for what 2026 will bring.
December 31, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Happy New Year from all of us at COMAP! 🎉
Here’s to another year of curiosity, collaboration, and using mathematics to make sense of the world. We’re excited for what 2026 will bring.
Here’s to another year of curiosity, collaboration, and using mathematics to make sense of the world. We’re excited for what 2026 will bring.
🎉 Congratulations to five students who competed in COMAP contests and have been selected as semi-finalists for the Ellison Scholars program.
Read more about the program: www.comap.org/blog/item/ta...
#MathModeling
Read more about the program: www.comap.org/blog/item/ta...
#MathModeling
December 29, 2025 at 7:12 PM
🎉 Congratulations to five students who competed in COMAP contests and have been selected as semi-finalists for the Ellison Scholars program.
Read more about the program: www.comap.org/blog/item/ta...
#MathModeling
Read more about the program: www.comap.org/blog/item/ta...
#MathModeling
Ready to level up your math skills? The MCM/ICM #MathContest is back in January, and registration is open now! Tackle real-world, open-ended math problems... all while having a blast! 🎉
Learn more and join the challenge: mcmcontest.org
#MathModeling #Math #ProblemSolving
Learn more and join the challenge: mcmcontest.org
#MathModeling #Math #ProblemSolving
December 26, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Ready to level up your math skills? The MCM/ICM #MathContest is back in January, and registration is open now! Tackle real-world, open-ended math problems... all while having a blast! 🎉
Learn more and join the challenge: mcmcontest.org
#MathModeling #Math #ProblemSolving
Learn more and join the challenge: mcmcontest.org
#MathModeling #Math #ProblemSolving
📢 Our last newsletter of 2025 will be out next week! It's packed with math modeling resources, contest news, and stories you won’t want to miss.
Not on the list yet? Now’s the time to join.
👉 comap.org/newsletter
#MathModeling #MathTeacher #Math
Not on the list yet? Now’s the time to join.
👉 comap.org/newsletter
#MathModeling #MathTeacher #Math
December 23, 2025 at 7:56 PM
📢 Our last newsletter of 2025 will be out next week! It's packed with math modeling resources, contest news, and stories you won’t want to miss.
Not on the list yet? Now’s the time to join.
👉 comap.org/newsletter
#MathModeling #MathTeacher #Math
Not on the list yet? Now’s the time to join.
👉 comap.org/newsletter
#MathModeling #MathTeacher #Math