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Download full textThompson, Thomas M.; Wiggins, Kenneth L. – 1988
There has been much recent discussion concerning the content of the standard calculus course for students majoring in mathematics and the sciences. Some of this discussion has focused on the available textbooks. One weakness noted in some of these books involves the definitions of limit and continuity for functions of several variables. A…
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Functions (Mathematics), Higher Education
Peer reviewedHeid, M. Kathleen – Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, 1988
During the first 12 weeks of an applied calculus course, two classes of college students studied calculus concepts using graphical and symbol-manipulation computer programs to perform routine manipulations. Three weeks were spent on skill development. Students showed better understanding of concepts and performed almost as well on routine skills.…
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics
Mendoza, Lionel P., Ed.; Williams, Edgar R., Ed. – 1988
These conference proceedings include three invited lectures, a panel discussion, three working group reports, two reports from topic groups and a participant list. The invited lectures include a discussion of the impact of calculators on the calculus curriculum (Herbert S. Wilf); a consideration of the role of misconceptions in learning…
Descriptors: Calculators, Calculus, College Curriculum, College Instruction
Tall, David – Focus on Learning Problems in Mathematics, 1990
Discussed are possible reasons behind the inconsistencies in the learning of calculus. Implicated are students' beliefs, mathematical paradigms including concept image and concept definition, language use, and curriculum sequencing. (KR)
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Calculus, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Dissonance
Southwell, Beth, Ed.; And Others – 1992
A conference proceedings on mathematics education research contained the following keynote addresses: "Doing and Constructing Mathematics in Screen-Space" (Mason); "Students' Understanding of Geometry: Theoretical Perspectives" (Pegg); "The Australian Research Council and its Role in Supporting Education Research"…
Descriptors: Algebra, Calculus, Computer Uses in Education, Constructivism (Learning)
