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Direct linkPrice, James C. – PRIMUS, 2015
This article presents four inquiry-based learning activities developed for a liberal arts math course. The activities cover four topics: the Pythagorean theorem, interest theory, optimization, and the Monty Hall problem. Each activity consists of a dialogue, with a theme and characters related to the topic, and a manipulative, that allow students…
Descriptors: Inquiry, Active Learning, Learning Activities, Mathematics Instruction
Peer reviewedGordon, Sheldon P.; Gordon, Florence S. – AMATYC Review, 1990
Discusses the application of probabilistic ideas, especially Monte Carlo simulation, to calculus. Describes some applications using the Monte Carlo method: Riemann sums; maximizing and minimizing a function; mean value theorems; and testing conjectures. (YP)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Functions (Mathematics), Higher Education
