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Ramsey, Gordon P. – Physics Teacher, 1991
An incident light ray parallel to the optical axis of a parabolic mirror will be reflected at the focal point and vice versa. Presents a mathematical proof that uses calculus, algebra, and geometry to prove this reflective property. (MDH)
Descriptors: Algebra, Calculus, Geometry, High Schools
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Myers, Nadine C. – Primus, 1993
This paper describes the use of cooperative groups in teaching calculus. It discusses benefits and drawbacks of group techniques and presents reactions from both students and the author. (Author)
Descriptors: Calculus, Cooperation, Cooperative Learning, Educational Change
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Daniels, David S. – Mathematics Teacher, 1993
Discusses the problem of finding the amount of fence it would require for the outfield fence of a baseball field of given dimensions. Presents different solution methods for each of the levels from grades 9-12. The different methods incorporate geometry, trigonometry, analytic geometry, and calculus. (MDH)
Descriptors: Analytic Geometry, Baseball, Calculus, Geometric Concepts
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Minton, Roland – PRIMUS, 1991
Described are student/consultant reports, turned in as homework, that reflected their abilities to distinguish useful from irrelevant information, solve the underlying calculus extremum problem, and reconcile the individual mathematical solutions with the ethical considerations surrounding the moral dilemma of the hypothetical consulting client.…
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Content Area Writing, Ethics
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LaRose, P. Gavin; Megginson, Robert – PRIMUS, 2003
Gateway tests provide a means of assuring that students in reformed precalculus and calculus courses acquire the algebraic and computational skills needed in courses following these, while allowing the focus of the course to be on the conceptual understanding intrinsic to the reformed courses. However, logistical difficulties plague the…
Descriptors: Student Evaluation, Student Attitudes, Testing, Calculus
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Berry, John; Graham, Ted; Smith, Andy – International Journal for Technology in Mathematics Education, 2005
When students are working with hand held technology, such as graphics calculators, we usually only see the outcomes of their activities in the form of a contribution to a written solution of a mathematical problem. It is more difficult to capture their process of thinking or actions as they use the technology to solve a problem. In this paper we…
Descriptors: Graphs, Computer Software, Problem Solving, Graphing Calculators
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Johnson, Marianne; Kuennen, Eric – Journal of Statistics Education, 2006
We identify the student characteristics most associated with success in an introductory business statistics class, placing special focus on the relationship between student math skills and course performance, as measured by student grade in the course. To determine which math skills are important for student success, we examine (1) whether the…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Grade Point Average, Course Content, Mathematical Concepts
Austin, Joe Dan, Ed. – 1991
This book provides applications for use in the secondary school mathematics curriculum by selecting related articles appearing in the "Mathematics Teacher" during the last 15 years. The articles are grouped into chapters that reflect the main secondary school mathematics courses and categorized by the highest level of mathematics needed…
Descriptors: Algebra, Arithmetic, Calculus, Enrichment Activities
Jang, Younghee – 1992
This study investigated the cognitive benefits of learning how to program by determining the degree of cognitive transfer of programming skills at a construct level to solving analogous problems in other domains. Subjects, who were students enrolled in four sections of the beginning Pascal programming course and two sections of a calculus course,…
Descriptors: Calculus, Cognitive Processes, Higher Education, Intermode Differences
Clark, Kevin Andrew – 1991
The objectives of this research were to review existing computer-assisted instruction systems for propositional calculus proofs or elementary logic and to develop an instructional computer program that guides students in the valid construction of propositional calculus proofs. The system is unique in that it provides assistance at each step of the…
Descriptors: Algorithms, Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction
Cifarelli, Victor – 1991
The processes by which conceptual knowledge is constructed during mathematical problem solving were studied, focusing on the cognitive activity of learners (i.e., the ways they elaborate, reorganize, and reconceptualize their solution activity). Underlying this research is the view that learners' mathematical conceptions evolve from their activity…
Descriptors: Algebra, Calculus, Case Studies, Cognitive Structures
Computer Algebra Systems in Education Newsletter, 1990
Computer Algebra Systems (CAS) are computer systems for the exact solution of problems in symbolic form. The newspaper is designed to serve as a conduit for information and ideas on the use of CAS in education, especially in lower division college and university courses. Articles included are about CAS programs in several colleges, experiences…
Descriptors: Algebra, Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction
Verhille, Charles, Ed. – 1985
These proceedings include two lectures followed by working group and topic group contributions in reduced format. The two lectures were by Heinrich Bauersfeld, speaking on contributions to a fundamental theory of mathematics learning and teaching, and Henry Pollak, speaking on the relationship between applications of mathematics and the teaching…
Descriptors: Attitudes, Calculus, Computer Software, Educational Research
Lubkin, James L., Ed. – 1980
This monograph presents 13 papers dealing with various aspects of elementary problem solving. They are: (1) "Training for Effective Problem Solving" (Gary A. Davis); (2) "Patterns of Problem Solving--A Campus-Wide Course at UCLA" (Moshe F. Rubinstein, L. Robin Keller, Edward A. Kazmarek); (3) "A Taxonomy of Problem-Solving Activities and Its…
Descriptors: Calculus, Classification, College Mathematics, College Science
Hill, Ida J. – 1984
To meet the need for advanced placement (AP) calculus instruction in Virginia schools faced with a teacher shortage and small enrollments, the Virginia Department of Education in cooperation with schools and television stations is developing a high technology advanced placement credit course. The course has eight components: (1)…
Descriptors: Advanced Placement, Calculus, Computer Oriented Programs, Course Descriptions
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