A wonderful introduction to newer ideas based on nonlinear dynamics, as well as knowledge from a large number of areas. Powerful non-classical ideas for thinking about complexity, emergence, self-organizing systems, complex adaptive systems, wicked problems.While the universe is nonlinear, linear thinking has dominated Western thought until the last few decades due in part to a lack of tools and ideas to deal with complexity. However, a revolutionary paradigm shift began forming in math and sc …
On the first Thursday of every month, MGRE instructor Jennifer Dziura will give a brief talk on an aspect of GRE Strategy, followed by word games and a Q&A session. This special session open to the public as well as current students. Bring any and all questions about GRE content, the MST, scoring, etc. A mix of verbal and math problem practice will follow. For more information, please visit our website: http://www.manhattanprep.com/gre Hope to see you there!
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The Thalesians are a group of dedicated professionals with an interest in finance, economics, mathema
tics, computer science, and synergetics, not necessarily in that order. We are currently based in London, New York and San Francisco.
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The Thalesians - http://www.thalesians.com/
Meet with other users of the open-source programming language. Previous this meetup focused only on the R language, but now are focused on all open-source data analysis tools; oincluding but not limited to, Python, WEKA, Sage, etc. Learn and share tricks and techniques from and with other users. Beginners welcome.
The J programming language offers powerful tools for algorithm expression and experimentation. This allows you to quickly explore complex problems and express solutions succinctly. J is a functional language but with imperative forms for flexibility.
… It helps sharpen the analytical and tactical skills for adults and children and it helps children in improving their math and reading skills. It also helps in building their character and in teaching kids how to win with grace and lose with dignity and these two above and beyond anything else are lessons for life. Any one interested in learning chess or on improving their game are welcome to meet up at Chess Forum everyday of the week.
Westchester H.S. math teacher starting a group for young 25-35 year old professionals, teachers, etc., for shared interests, hobbies and face-to-face conversation. In the facebook, twitter, email world we live in, people don't sit in groups for good, old-fashioned conversation. Dining, wine-tasting, golf, bowling, coffee or tea, whatever. This is not intended to be a dating site. Couples also welcome.
This group exists for parents families who understand and celebrate the power of music in their daily lives. Through contributing to what experts call "a rich sensory environment", music can kick start learning, and offer lifelong benefits for your child. But really this group is for anyone with children! Programs such as the Preschool of Rock curriculum have been shown to help children develop early literacy and language skills, acquire literacy and early math skills, increase self control, and …
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