Real World Math Blog

This blog is a compilation of articles explaining how math is applied in real-life situations.

Tailored for middle and high school students, it offers numerous examples illustrating how mathematical concepts learned in school are put to use by real people in real jobs.

Covering topics from negative numbers to mathematical functions, this blog aligns with school curricula to make math more relevant and engaging for all students!

Arithmetic Sequence: A Real-Life Example (from Mechanical Engineering)

• This article is designed for middle and high school students, parents, and teachers.

• It explores real-life applications of arithmetic sequences, featuring a case study from mechanical engineering.

• Includes a video preview for easy understanding of the topic.
A frustrated boy standing in front of a black chalkboard with math formulas.

How to stop struggling and get better at math in middle and high school?

• Why do students who were doing okay in elementary school struggle with math in middle and high school?

• How can they stop struggling and improve?

• How can you keep a student’s motivation high while studying math?

Geometric Plane: A Real-Life Application in Sports

• This article is designed for middle and high school students, their teachers, and parents.

• Geometric planes are used in real-world applications like computer graphics, mechanical engineering, medicine, and sports.

• This article explains how geometric planes are applied in sports to analyze athletes' techniques.
Illustration blending simple mathematical tools—such as a protractor, compass, ruler, and abacus—with an abstract time machine concept, giving an atmosphere of mathematical history merging with modern mathematics.

Real-Life Math Applications: from ancient times to today

• A guide to real-world math applications, from ancient uses to modern-day examples.

• Designed for K-12 students, teachers, and parents, with easy navigation and organized sections.

• Use the table of contents and quick navigation aids to explore key topics.

Tangent (Trigonometry): A Real-Life Example (From Architecture and Construction)

• This article is made for middle/high school students and their teachers to show how tangents (trigonometry) are used in real life.

• Trigonometry, and tangents in particular, are widely used in architecture, construction, agriculture, astronomy, medicine, and other fields.

• This article explains the practical applications of tangent and includes a detailed case study from the field of architecture and construction.

Algebraic and Rational Expressions: A Real-Life Example (from Computer Technology)

• This article is made for middle/high school students and their teachers, to show how algebraic and rational expressions are used in real life.

• Algebraic and rational expressions have real-world applications in engineering, finance, biology, statistics, and more.

• This article explains the practical applications of algebraic and rational expressions and includes a detailed case study.