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Todorov, Todor D.

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ERIC Number: EJ620547

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2001

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Back to Classics: Teaching Limits through Infinitesimals.

Todorov, Todor D.

International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, v32 n1 p1-20 Jan-Feb 2001

Criticizes the method of using calculators for the purpose of selecting candidates for L, for the limit value of a function. Suggests an alternative: a working formula for calculating the limit value L of a real function in terms of infinitesimals. (Author/ASK)

Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Graphing Calculators, Higher Education, Limits (Mathematics), Mathematics Instruction, Teaching Methods

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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