There are currently 82 international teams composed of 2-5 students. The exchanges are conducted in English. Each registered team is expected to work with a net team partner who may be local or international. They discuss solution strategies and agree on the solution they eventually post. It is hoped the exchanges between teams will help promote camaraderie as well as critical thinking skills.
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Alan A. Hodson is in charge of the internet access of Mathmagic. It serves well as a source of introduction to other lists and projects. Field Trips Calendar and Mathmagic are both educational projects using electronic mail to foster international cooperation. Although employing the internet to enhance education and global camaraderie is in its formative stage, the material on this subject is already substantial. Educators and librarians who are able to access the internet with enthusiasm for its educational opportunities without becoming overwhelmed by the sheer magnitude of information are in a position to participate in the global classroom of the future.