Teaching Calculus in the Secondary School
General
Prefix
MTHE
Course Number
441
Course Level
Undergraduate
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Science and Engineering
Description
Fundamental concepts of calculus aligned with methods of teaching and learning those concepts. Emphasizing the role of discovery method through real-world applications of calculus. Use of technology to develop calculus concepts. Calculus concepts through various forms of proof.
Prerequisites
Credits
Min
3
Max
3
Repeatable
No
Goals and Diversity
MN Goal Course
No
Cultural Diversity
No
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Identify the roots of calculus in algebra and geometry, and how calculus was invented.
Outcome
Apply concepts of calculus to solve problems in physics, natural sciences, and economics.
Outcome
Identify the theory behind calculus, through which, they will be exposed to the most rigorous and accurate
human endeavor.
Outcome
Practice how to motivate high school students through real-world problems.
Outcome
Analyze the development of calculus concepts through word problems and the use of technology.
Outcome
Identify the role of empirical approach toward conjecture, counterexample, and proof.
Outcome
Discuss different aspects of proof: logical/symbolic, computer, and picture.
Course Outline
Course Outline
Dependencies
Programs
MTHE441
is a
completion requirement
for: