A computerized learning environment Mathematica notebooks is enabling science students to actively learn calculus and differential equations with guided discovery and exploration. The Mathematics Department will fully implement this curriculum in all sections of the science calculus sequence and in the two-semester differential equations sequence. The curricular revisions are being coordinated with the science departments, who are also integrating active learning and technology in their courses. This collaboration, based on common pedagogical goals and software, brings more scientific applications into mathematics courses and strengthens the use of mathematics in science courses. Project participants are conducting workshops for other mathematics faculty, and for high school teachers and students, including workshops especially for minority high school students.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Undergraduate Education (DUE)
Type
Standard Grant (Standard)
Application #
9351896
Program Officer
Tina H. Straley
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1993-06-01
Budget End
1995-11-30
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1993
Total Cost
$57,107
Indirect Cost
Name
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Indiana
State
PA
Country
United States
Zip Code
15705