Mathematica

Mathematica is the one of the best Mathematics software available on the global market. According to Wolfram Research, is is not just for computation but for modeling, simulation, visualization, development, documentation, and deployment. It can be used for a wide range of simple and difficult computations ranging from those required for linear algebra and matrices to number theory and statistics. Mathematica contains the largest collection of algorithms which enable its user to fully operate across the widest applicable scope of numeric, symbolic, and graphical input. The program is also capable of creating high impact two and three dimensional graphs and tables of complex functions and data.

In my own classroom, I see the technology of Mathematica as an invaluable tool. When used in conjunction with a SmartBoard or less complex projector, I will be able to incorporate the program into my lessons with great ease. Mathematica will enable me to draw perfect graphs and geometric shapes quickly and flawlessly. In less class time than ever before, I will be able to create colorful, neat, and perfect visuals for my students to clearly understand the material. Mathematica could also be very useful in my future classroom when teaching probabilities. The factorials used in statistics can create very large and difficult numbers. Mathematica can calculate these factorials quickly and without error all while enabling the students to understand the concepts behind the 'big scary numbers'. Another statistics application is the ease with which Mathematica finds the Mean, Median, Mode, and other deviation information. Although the program can sometimes be confusing, the online tutorials, courses provided by the Wolfram Education Group, and the in-program Help Documentation Center make Mathematica understandable for all who really want to learn it. Once it is understood, Mathematica is a powerful learning tool that can make a profound difference in any math classroom.