Electronic Proceedings of the Ninth Annual International Conference on Technology in Collegiate MathematicsReno, Nevada, November 7-10, 1996Paper C024College Algebra in an Open Classroom Connecting Teachers and Technology |
Margo AlexanderDepartment of Mathematics & Computer Science Georgia State University University Plaza Atlanta, GA 30303 USA Phone: (404) 651-2245 Fax: (404) 651-2246 malexander@cs.gsu.edu list of all papers by this author |
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ABSTRACT
Interactive instructional computer software and pedagogical models will be offered to students in an open classroom setting. Rather than traditional teacher centered lecture methods, class material will be presented in Mathcad m-files. The use of this type of technology engages students actively in the material, enables them to build models, and encourages conceptual learning rather than the rote use of formulas and algorithms.Keyword(s): Mathcad, college algebra, pedagogy