3rd Mathematical Modeling and Animation Contest in MS Excel

Mathematical Modeling and Animation Contest in MS Excel

Objective of the Competition

Mathematical modeling is one of the most powerful tools for understanding mathematical and scientific concepts. It has now been introduced in the CBSE curriculum in Class IX. However many learners still struggle to master the art of mathematical modeling.

Despite living in a technologically advanced age we rarely use technology effectively for learning mathematics and scientific concepts.

The primary objective of this competition is to reorient students and professionals toward utilizing simple technological tools—particularly Microsoft Excel—to enhance their conceptual understanding of mathematics and science.

Initially I conducted workshops were conducted to teach these ideas but the response was limited due to time constraints and a lack of academic integration. Hence this competition has been designed as a self-driven learning challenge encouraging participants to discover and explore concepts independently.

Why Microsoft Excel

I was exploring for an easy and effective way to learn mathematical concepts through mathematical modeling and animation techniques. For this purpose I have tried many 3D animation and mathematical software but I was unsuccessful. It is a challenge for anyone to learn this software as it requires learning many syntaxes to execute different functions. When students struggle to learn mathematical concepts asking them to learn this syntax can overburden them. Then I tried MS Excel and got my solution. It is simple to learn and a few familiar syntax can be used to solve any problems related to any field of study.

About the Competition

Participants are required to create mathematical models and animations of any mathematical or scientific concept using only MS Excel spreadsheets.

• No coding programming VBA or macros are allowed.
• The challenge is to utilize Excel’s native functions and features to demonstrate complex mathematical or scientific concepts effectively.
• This limitation is intentional—it helps participants understand how Excel can be used to comprehend complex mathematical concepts through modeling and animation easily.
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Contest Structure

To ensure fairness the contest is divided into two phases:

1. Registration Phase

• Registration Period: 2nd November 2025 (1:00 PM) to 1st December2025 (10:00 AM)
• Only registered participants will be eligible to compete in the Modeling Phase.
• In this phase participants can learn about mathematical modeling and animation through my books.
• These books are available on the Amazon website.

2D Modeling and Animation: Learn mathematical and scientific concepts through modeling and animation in MS Excel (DassMath Series)

by Chanchal Dass  | 15 August 2021

A new technique of teaching and learning mathematics in 21st century: Geometric way of teaching and learning mathematics using technology (DassMath Series)

by Chanchal Dass  | 14 February 2021

A New Technique of Teaching and learning mathematics in 21st century

2D Modelling and Animation: Learn mathematical and scientific concepts through modelling and animation in MS-Excel

2. Modeling Phase

• Modeling Period:
• On 1st December 2025 (10:00 AM), the problem to be solved will be shared with the participants.

• Duration from 1st December 2025 (10:00 AM) to 4th December 2025 (10:00 PM) for solving the problem.
• The Google Classroom code and contest details will be shared via the registration confirmation email.
• Participants must submit their entries through Google Classroom before the deadline.

Registration Fee

Category: Indian Participants: Students ₹500 Professionals ₹ 2000

Category: Foreign Participants: Students ₹2000 Professionals ₹3000

Note: If fewer than 20 entries are received during the registration period, the organizers reserve the right to extend, postpone, or cancel the contest.

After Registration

Upon successful registration, participants must join the Google Classroom using the code provided in the confirmation email. All contest updates, guidelines, and submission instructions will be available there.

Prizes and Certificates

• 🏆 Winner: ₹5000 + E-Certificate
• 🎓 All Participants: E-Certificate of Participation

The organizers' decision will be final and binding.

If multiple correct entries are received, the earliest correct submission will be declared the winner.

To maintain fairness, individual entries will not be shared publicly, and no queries regarding evaluations will be entertained.

Result Announcement

📅 Date: 12th December 2025 (11:00 AM)

Results will be announced at the E-Cell Expo of IIT Bombay and on the official channels.

Contact Information

• 📧 Email: Y2Rhc3MwMSB8IGdtYWlsICEgY29t
• 📞 Mobile: 8320172787