Difference equation models in ecology and epidemiology

J. N. Kapur; Q. J.A. Khan

doi:10.1080/0020739810120104

Difference equation models in ecology and epidemiology

J. N. Kapur, Q. J.A. Khan

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In this paper a plea is made for introducing difference equation models in ecology and epidemics at the high school stage to enliven the teaching of mathematics at this stage and to convince future scientists and engineers that even simple algebra can give deep insight into natural phenomena. These models also provide simple but meaningful examples for the use of hand-held calculators and computer programming.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	19-37
Number of pages	19
Journal	International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology
Volume	12
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1080/0020739810120104
Publication status	Published - 1981
Externally published	Yes

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