RAM CONTEST (Real Life Math Applications)
  Husam Khaled Khalil Sharqawi (sharqawi@kfupm.edu.sa)


30 Apr 2025 Wednesday - Starts at: 12:00 PM - building 70

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Introduction 

RAM will be a one-day event where Prep-Year students present real-life applications of mathematical concepts learned during the preparatory year.  The presentations will be judged by panel of experts based on some certain rubrics such as mathematical concepts, real-life related problem, oral communication, clarity, creativity etc.

Objectives

  • Enhance student math solving skills
  • Recognize that mathematics permeates the world around us
  • Appreciate the usefulness, power and beauty of mathematics
  • Enjoy mathematics
  • Develop patience and persistence when solving problems
  • Increase students' understanding of math concepts
  • Encourage and motivate students.

Methodology

RAM is an event where preparatory year students present real-life applications of mathematical concepts learned during the preparatory year. The presentations are first reviewed for quality check and relativity, then the best 8 will be judged by a panel of experts based on some certain rubrics such as mathematical concepts, real-life related problems, oral communication, clarity, creativity, etc.

Awards

  1. The first 3 project winners will receive prizes:
    1. 1st winner: 3000 SAR
    2. 2nd winner: 2000 SAR
    3. 3rd winner: 1000 SAR 
  2. The remaining participants will receive participation certificates.
  3. Medals and certificates will be awarded to the first three winners.

Important dates:

  • March 27, 2025: End of registration.

  • April 14, 2025: Students will submit the draft of their proposals for review. The best 5 will be selected

  • April 30, 2025: The event day: The students with the best 5 proposals will be asked to do the presentation and the top 3 winners will be selected.     


05 Mar 2025 Wednesday - 09:41 AM


27 Mar 2025 Thursday - 09:44 AM