Calculus Teaching Methods Developed from Studies in Educational Psychology.

Watnick, Richard

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ERIC Number: EJ496864

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Publication Date: 1993

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Calculus Teaching Methods Developed from Studies in Educational Psychology.

Watnick, Richard

Primus, v3 n2 p124-32 Jun 1993

Presents a college calculus program based on the discovery method and the educational psychology literature used to develop it. Lists departmental, educational, and calculus reform goals, and describes characteristics of the program, including relaxed atmosphere, use of visualization, and supplemental teaching techniques. (13 references) (MKR)

Descriptors: Calculus, Discovery Learning, Educational Psychology, Experimental Programs, Higher Education, Instructional Development, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Psychological Characteristics, Teaching Methods

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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