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The Role of Mathematics in Education

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Finance and Economics: The Art of Numbers In the realms of finance and economics, mathematics is the brush with which professionals paint the picture of the market’s future. Without a solid foundation in mathematics, navigating the complex world of finance would be akin to sailing a ship without a compass.

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Data science: a powerful tool for social good

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Data science: a powerful tool for social good. Data scientists use scientific methods and computer algorithms to extract knowledge and information from large datasets. This is useful in a huge range of applications, from monitoring global finances to improving medical imaging techniques. What is data science?

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Can data science help us achieve a stronger start and brighter future for children?

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Can data science help us achieve a stronger start and brighter future for children? Published: Dr Rachel Wilcock , Data Science Lead at Nesta , explains how data science can be a powerful tool for social good. The ability to uncover information hidden within data is extremely useful.

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micro:bit Projects Coded with Python

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I have a strong emphasis with a few groups of my gifted students in integrating physical computing into my instructional activities. I’ve discussed the benefits of physical computing in Scratch and Makey Makey Across the Curriculum. Python is an excellent first text-based language to learn.

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8 Ways to Teach Financial Literacy

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Financing Higher Education – Helping students understand student loans and higher education can help them wisely understand the costs of college. Students are exposed to the wide range of careers available in the accounting and finance space. In our student’s future, “big data” means “big opportunities.”

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CoderZ Feeds into the Five Fastest Growing STEM Careers

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CoderZ is a STEM education application and curriculum that is built to introduce students to technology, computer science and robotics, opening up the pathway to career opportunities that are in high demand. A solid foundation in STEM and computer science is essential for the future.

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Unveiling Julia: A Quantum Leap in High-Performance Coding Languages

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This makes Julia perfect for demanding tasks like scientific computing, data analysis, and machine learning. This allows Julia to be used in many industries, from data science and machine learning to finance and engineering.